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THE ESCORT 
OF AN EMPEROR 


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A Story of China During the 
Great Boxer Movement 


DICTATED BY A BLIND MAN WHO LOST BOTH EYES 
IN A DYNAMITE EXPLOSION 



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READ AND LEARN OF AN ACTIVE BRAIN 
STRIVING TO BUSY ITSELF UNDER 
THE SHADES OF DARKNESS 


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Copyright, 1910, by H. O. Kohr 



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CONTENTS 


THE BLIND. 


Chapter 

I. 

Great Contrast. 

Chapter 

II. 

Sunlight Mission. 

Chapter 

III. 

A Chance Meeting. 

Chapter 

IV. 

The Sabbath at Prince Wing's 
Home. 

Chapter 

V. 

Decided at Last. 

Chapter 

VI. 

Walking in the Light. 

Chapter 

VII. 

The Escort of the Emperor. 

Chapter VIIL 

At the Court. 

Chapter 

IX. 

The Dowager's Trap. 

Chapter 

X. 

Freed from the Army. 

Thou shalt not kill. 


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O. KOHR AND FAMILY 



THE BLIND 


Under a mantle of darkness more inky than night 
Where the bright, twinkling stars in unison combine, 

With the sun’s strongest rays of beautiful light 
Never penetrate the mist surrounding the blind. 

If you are equipped with life’s great blessing 
And many you meet are deprived of these. 

Would your heart swell with pity, your hand be caressing 
To those troubled souls, without light to appease? 

— Kohr. 

Could anyone imagine of a greater calamity, than 
to be cast from light with all its grandeur and 
benefits, into absolute darkness, with its great dis- 
advantages to those battling with the many elements 
of humanity? 

My good friends, picture yourself groping about 
without hope of ever seeing daylight again. Do 
you not think your mind would seek for some hope 
to comfort you in your great isolation? 

It always seems natural to place self above every 
thing' in life; this trait seems predominant with the 
whole human race. 

Perhaps we, who are placed under great affliction, 
permit this trait of heredity to develop more than 


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those having the advantages of light to drive away 
this weakness. 

It will be my aim to show those who pursue these 
lines, how the mind will endeavor to seek out some 
consolation when the body has been deprived of its 
greatest sense, that of seeing. To make this clear 
it will be necessary for me to use my own experi- 
ence. 

Standing one evening over a dangerous explosive, 
after the sun with all its beautiful tints reflecting 
against the bank of a few scattered clouds had 
passed from view. 

Setting behind rolling hills covered with patches 
of timbers stripped of its foliage by the cold shrill 
blasts of winter’s penetrating winds. 

Then came a rumbling and hissing sound, while 
over the face and eyes came the awful burning 
sensation, cutting from view the now fast approach- 
ing twilight, which had permitted the stars to 
twinkle more brightly and the moonbeams to 
spread with a greater splendor. With these gifts 
of the Creator taken instantly from before me, and 
benumbed with terrible pain, my thoughts instantly 
went to God, while from the injured and bleeding 
lips came a whispered prayer. 

About me were sounds of voices, keyed low in 
pity while tender hands ministered to the wounds 
to relieve the suflFering inflicted by the accident. 
Occasionally my mind would be drawn to the voices 
that seemed to be hovering about in a mist, then 


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instantly it would revert to God, while the lips 
would plead for mercy. Like a flash, a great peace, 
a peace which passeth all understanding — yes, from 
somewhere had come the assurance, all is well. 

No person could realize what a blessed comfort 
comes into your life until you have tasted of God’s 
mercy. 

Through the long months of convalescence, my 
soul would be drawn away from that comfort by 
the power that had ruled my life before this great 
misfortune had come upon me. 

Then came a new light dawning brighter and 
brighter: Jesus the light of the world upon whom 
my hand could rest to guide me through the gray 
mist that had settled all about. 

It seemed every obstacle possible would be placed 
before me, to prevent the Saviour from guiding my 
footsteps into the pathway leading from this misty 
darkness into the sunshine of promises in God’s 
word from whose gold lined pages my mind had 
been directed for consolation during the long hours 
of inactivity. 

Out of the abundance of this inspired word comes 
great promises to the blind who are patient and 
faithful. 

The first gives us great anticipation if we permit 
ourselves to be led as the Lord led the great law- 
giver. 

Ex. 4: 11. And the Lord said unto him, who 
hath made man’s mouth ? or who maketh the dumb, 


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or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind ? Have not I, the 
Lord? 

This shows we still belong to the Lord. In His 
great plan of salvation He has use for us all, even 
though it may seem our condition would make this 
impossible. 

But wonderful is the power of the Lord as will 
be seen by reading John 9 : 1-3. 

And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was 
blind from his birth. 

And His disciples asked him, saying. Master who 
did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born 
blind? 

Jesus answered, neither hath this man sinned, nor 
his parents; but that the works of God should be 
made manifest in him. Also verse 11. 

He answered and said: A man that is called 
Jesus made clay, and annointed mine eyes, and said 
unto me, go to the pool of Siloam and wash ; and I 
went and washed, and I received sight. 

This shows us the unlimited power of the Lord. 
Jesus again demonstrated this power by healing 
two men. Mat. 20 : 30-34. 

And behold, two blind men sitting by the way- 
side, when they heard that Jesus passed by, cried 
out, saying. Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son 
of David. 

And the multitude rebuked them, because they 
should hold their peace; but they cried the more 


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saying, Have mercy on us, O Lord, thou son of 
David. 

And Jesus stood still, and called them, and said. 
What will ye that I shall do unto you? 

They say unto him. Lord that our eyes may be 
opened. 

So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched 
their eyes ; and immediately their eyes received 
sight, and they followed him. 

Under all circumstances Jesus was ever ready to 
hear the pleadings of the afflicted. Again he 
healed where the people brought him a blind man, 
recorded in Mark 8: 22-23. And he cometh to 
Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, 
and besought him to touch him. 

And he took the blind man by the hand, and led 
him out of the town; and when he had spit on his 
eyes, and put his hands upon him, he asked him if 
he saw ought. 

Would anyone ever conceive of a greater gift 
than receiving physical vision after groping about in 
darkness with nature’s beauties separated from 
them? 

We have another record where Jesus, upon hear- 
ing the agonizing cry of one in darkness, given in 
Mark 10 : 46-52. 

And they came to Jericho; and as he went out of 
Jericho with his disciples and a great number of 
people, blind Bartimaens, the son of Timaens, sat 
by the highway side begging. 


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And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, 
he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou son of 
David, have mercy on me. 

And many charged him that he should hold his 
peace ; but he cried the more a great deal. Thou son 
of David, have mercy on me. 

And Jesus stood still and commanded him to be 
called. And they call the blind man, saying unto 
him. Be of good comfort; arise, he calleth thee. 

And he, casting away his garment, rose and came 
to Jesus. 

And Jesus answered and said unto him. What 
wilt thou that I should do unto thee? The blind 
man said unto him. Lord that I might receive my 
sight. 

And Jesus said unto him. Go thy way; thy faith 
hath made thee whole. And immediately he re- 
ceived his sight, and followed Jesus in the way. 

This reference shows it requires faith in God to 
have the eyes restored. 

We find by reading Lev. 19 : 14 that no stumbling 
block shall be placed before the blind. 

Thou shalt not curse the deaf, nor put a stum- 
bling block before the blind, but shalt fear thy God : 
I am the Lord. 

The following reference bears out this one. Job. 
29 : 15. 

I was eyes to the blind, and feet was I to the 
lame. 


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As Jesus healed the physical defects of the blind 
during his sojourn here, it now behooves those 
placed under the same affliction to look forward to 
his second advent for their eyes to be opened. 

In the ministry of the sanctuary we find recorded 
the following: Lev. 21, 18. 

For whatsoever man he be that hath a blemish, 
he shall not approach a blind man, or a lame, or 
he that hath a flat nose, or anything superfluous. 

This shows that all who minister before God, 
must be made perfect physically as well as spirit- 
ually. 

We now come to the most beautiful promise. Isa. 
35:5. 

Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened and 
the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. This takes 
place when the Lord shall come in all his glory, 
and sin and affliction shall be wiped away forever. 
Isa. 29 : 18, gives us further assurance of this. And 
in that day shall the deaf hear the words of the 
book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of 
obscurity, and out of darkness. 

This same prophet gives us another promise by 
saying. Behold the former things are come to pass, 
(the first advent of Christ) and the new things do 
I declare: (must surely mean his second coming). 

This promise is found in Isa. 42: 7. 

To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoner 
from the prison and them that sit in darkness out 
of the prison house. 


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Now with all these blessed prospects before us, 
if we only are obedient to do the will of the Master ; 
our affliction does not seem very great after all. 

There is another phase to this subject not well to 
neglect. 

We always find a counterfeit for that which is 
good, for those who do evil and love iniquity rather 
than righteousness suffer under this great affliction. 
Acts 13 : 11. And now, behold, the hand of the 
Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not see- 
ing the sun for a season. And immediately there 
fell on him a mist and a darkness; and he went 
about seeking some to lead him by the hand. 

Now Judges 16 : 21' adds more proof. 

But the Phillistines took him, and put out his 
eyes, and brought him down to Gaza, and bound 
him with fetters of brass; and he did grind in the 
prison house. Also verse 26. 

And Samson said unto the lad that held him by 
the hand. Suffer me that I may feel the pillars 
whereupon the house standeth, that I may lean 
upon them. 

Verse 30. And Samson said. Let me die with 
the Phillistines. And he bowed himself with all 
his might; and the house fell upon the lords, and 
upon all the people that were therein. So the dead 
which he slew at his death were more than they 
which he slew in his life. 

This shows the fate of the strongest man the 
world ever knew, who had ignored the voice of the 


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Lord, and given information to his enemies that had 
been commanded to be kept secret. 

Another reference shows where afflicted ones 
were placed in the way as a hindrance. II Samuel 
5, 6. And the king and his men went to Jerusalem 
unto the Jebusites, the inhabitants of the land; 
which spake unto David saying, Except thou take 
away the blind, and the lame, thou shalt not come 
in hither; thinking, David cannot come in hither. 
Also verse 8. 

And David said on that day. Whosoever getteth 
up to the gutter, and smiteth the Jebusites, and 
the lame and the blind, that are hated of David’s 
soul, he shall be chief and captain. Wherefore they 
said. The blind and the lame shall not come into 
the house. 

We find that those who encourage helpless hu- 
manity shall be recompensed for their kindness at 
the resurrection of the just. Luke 14: 13-14. 

But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the 
maimed, the lame, the blind. And thou shalt be 
blessed; for they cannot recompense thee; for thou 
shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just. 

It has been my aim in attempting this book to 
direct the gaze of the reader to the great source of 
life. 

Perhaps in reading its contents you may glean a 
little light from the great abundance given for all 
who wish to come out under its strong rays. 

You can do a great service by investing in this 


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small volume and by encouraging your friends to 
do likewise. 

No one can realize the encouragement it is for 
one to be earning an honorable living. Think of 
the hours of idleness in darkness forced upon you, 
if you were deprived of the privilege of an occupa- 
tion. 


The Escort of an Emperor 


CHAPTER I. 

GREAT CONTRAST. 

The sun began peeping between thick, heavy 
columns of earthen dust being lifted up from the 
broad plains near the base of Klinghan Mountains. 

For the past week a terrific wind had smote the 
earth’s surface, rebounding into the atmosphere, 
carrying with it thick clouds of rich, brown soil; 
hiding from view the strong, bright rays of sun- 
light by day, and the beautiful silvery moonbeams 
by night. As the wind began to subside, the dust 
again fell to the earth covering everything with a 
dark, brown covering, giving them an unnatural 
appearance. 

The season was winter, but very little snow could 
be seen except high on the mountain tops. 

And now as the sun became more discernable this 
contrasted wonderfully, standing far beyond the 
range of raging elements. 

The venerable peaks capped in snowy whiteness, 
kissed by the day king’s generous smile seemed 
away in another world; and yet, far up beyond the 
habitation of man, tempest had raged and smitten 


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the cold, hard surface, but it had stood through the 
ages, never changing except as the seasons changed, 
to add to its white blanket covering, or to melt 
snow-capped tops into crystal streams as it rushed 
away to the ocean, making a gurgling sound, as if 
telling the story of its captivity far up in the clear, 
pure atmosphere where the dust storms had never 
reached to mar its beauty. 

With longing, the eyes could look upon these un- 
defiled scenes far away in the distance; while about 
was the thick veil which had been skimmed off of 
the lower plains where the dust clouds were fast set- 
tling upon villages, surrounded by windbreaks, con- 
structed from maize stalks. 

Oftentimes high earthen embankments would be 
thrown up about them giving them the appearance 
of fortifications. 

The broad plain spreading away from the moun- 
tains was sparsely timbered, there only being 
clumps here and there to mark the location of these 
villages. 

Occasional groups of evergreens dotted little 
knolls which marked ancestrial burial plots held 
sacred to the inhabitants of this region. These 
were usually located near highways, some of which 
were thrown up embankments, connecting the vil- 
lages with cities, surrounded by high walls built 
from large brick, being manufactured of clay taken 
from beneath the soil near by where the walls had 
been constructed. 


The: Escort or an Emperor. 17 

Contrasting with these raised highways would be 
sunken roads, some of them varying from twenty- 
five to thirty feet, trodden down by centuries of 
traffic below the natural contour. These highways 
were generally laid out in zig-zag direction, never 
taking a direct route from one place to another — 
this system being employed by minds dwelling un- 
der the highest state of superstition. 

Out on the plains about twelve leagues from the 
foot of the mountains spoken of before, stood the 
capital city, into which all the highways for scores 
of leagues about it led. Here was located the seat 
of the greatest despotic government the world ever 
knew. And it was little wonder these contrasted 
highways of superstition here terminated. 

Perhaps no city in the world ever held such a 
mixed concourse as that encamped behind the four 
walls of this city of the plains. And today as the 
dust settled upon the artificial boundaries and upon 
the artifices of man contained therein, representa- 
tives from every quarter of the globe could have 
looked through the veil of dust to the pure, white 
mountains beyond which was evident proof of 
things divine. 

The power that guided those proclaiming the 
great message given centuries before by the Light 
of the World had been drawn hither. But the op- 
posing element that had been attempting to over- 
shadow this Light with the dust storms of ages had 
drawn his forces from every quarter of the globe. 


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Th^ Escort of an Empfror. 


whose eyes were easily blinded and stood ready to 
obey the command of the author of confusion. As 
the gale had apparently spent its fury, the sun 
shone out in its fullness on neat rows of once white 
tents, but now covered with a mantle of darkness. 
About them were green cedars symmetrically ar- 
ranged. These handsome green trees and rows of 
tents were divided into compounds by high walls of 
peculiar type, being covered with tiled roofing upon 
whose oriental pattern were seen the output of 
fantastic artists. 

Rows of animals, moulded from clay and glazed 
into hues, causing one to stop in admiration, deco- 
rated these walls and gateways leading from one 
compound to another. In smaller enclosures were 
several large temples dedicated to the use of the 
great despotic ruler. These were designed for 
sacrificial purposes ; and before them large open air 
altars had been constructed, surrounded by fancy 
chiseled marble railings with four approaches from 
east, west, north and south. 

Near the western approach stood a marble sun 
dial, to mark the hour when the ruler of the 
heavenly dynasty should approach to burn incense, 
that his people might be blessed with a rich harvest 
for the season. These grounds and temples were 
considered sacred and any subject encroaching 
therein was never permitted to leave its borders 
alive. 


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But alas ! the time had come when this system of 
oligarchy must be broken, and at this period, the 
sacred temples contained the headquarters of a 
foreign foe which it seemed would have caused the 
ornamental decorations on the picturesque roofs to 
flee in terror at such sacrilege. The tents on this 
sacred ground were occupied by stalwart men in 
armament of modern design. 

Near the south wall encircling the whole park 
stood a neat little temple located in a small com- 
pound. From this enclosure was the main entrance 
into the “Temple of Earth Park,” over whose gate- 
way was a small pagoda decorated with glazed orna- 
ments and having a rich, yellow glazed roof, giving 
it a stately bearing. The small temple just inside 
this first compound had taken on a new aspect, and 
as the large sally port had been temporarily en- 
closed, the temple was now used as quarters for a 
company of soldiers. 

Facing the east was an improvised doorway and 
through this emerged two men. In physique they 
contrasted nearly as greatly as the snow white 
mountain and the dust laden plain. The one with his 
stature slightly above middle height with a develop- 
ment showing careful training in physical culture. 
Upon the shoulders rested a well shaped head, with 
a broad, good-natured face, well to look upon, a pair 
of brown eyes over which drooped long dark lashes 
giving them a half dreamy expression, above the 
nose heavy eyebrows met and the head was 


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The Escort oe an Emperor. 


wreathed in a wealth of dark brown hair neatly 
cropped. This stalwart figure was clad in a neat 
fitting uniform with chevrons on the sleeves denot- 
ing the rank of an under officer of an army. 

His companion was slender with almost delicate 
frame, his face was long and narrow and the dark 
almond shaped eyes were void of lashes, having 
been removed by the tonsorial artist. Two small 
patches of fuzzy hair marked the wrinkled brows 
and the head was shaven smooth back to the crown, 
where a patch of coarse black hair was permitted to 
grow its full length, this being braided and extend- 
ing down his back. His garb was odd; the coat, 
reaching almost to the ground, was made of fine 
black cloth, the inside being lined with fur. His 
shoes were also made of cloth and the soles being 
woven of heavier texture gave scarcely any sound 
as he glided by the side of his companion, whose 
heavy leather soles came down with a thud as he 
strode along with his quick, military step. 

The soldier drawing on his hands a pair of buck- 
skin gauntlets, the smaller man by his side glanced 
at them for an instant, then his gaze was diverted 
to his own slender hands without covering, his 
bright, keen eyes seeming to rest upon the little 
finger of his left hand whose nail was permitted to 
grow until it extended far out beyond the finger tip. 
Upon this much care had apparently been given, as 
it was in a polished condition and the edge was 
stained with some dark brown fluid. About his 


The; Escort or an Empe;ror. 21 

neck hung a long string of amber beads, divided 
into sections by pieces of milky colored jade, and 
decorated with loops of black silk ribbon ; this 
dangled to and fro as he lengthened out his steps 
to keep pace with his taller companion. 

They pass through a gateway into a larger com- 
pound containing many large, temporary stables, 
built to shelter the well developed horses being 
brought out and tethered to a picket line, the wind 
having ceased blowing and the sun now shining in 
its fullness. 

The smaller man who was addressing his com- 
panion spoke in English with a slight accent, al- 
though his language showed his education had not 
been neglected. ‘‘Sergeant, he said, “you Americans 
seem to care so well for your animals ; you ap- 
parently give them as much attention as you do 
yourselves.” 

“Well, Wing, I am sure you will acknowledge 
they show this care and attention. You can visit 
the camps of all the allies in the city and not find 
any finer beasts than these picketed out here. You 
have spoken to me before of the state of develop- 
ment our troops have attained. This has been ac- 
complished by care and training. The animals re- 
ceive a similar training, bringing them up to this 
standard.” 

They follow the driveway leading by a large open 
air altar decorated with fine, chiseled marble. About 
it was encamped a field battery with guns arranged 


22 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

in line parallel with the altar. Along the end was 
a double row of tents, while farther back under the 
boughs of green cedar was a line of large heavy 
draught horses, used in manipulating the bright, 
modern guns before them. 

The dust, which had settled about the camp, was 
being removed by healthy looking men full of life. 
They stop for an instant to take in the scene ; Wing- 
spoke in a low tone of admiration, ‘‘Sergeant, you 
are a wonderful race, how different from us. The 
God whom you worship seems to smile down upon 
your people with favor, you believe only in one God, 
and I have begun to think he showers more bless- 
ings upon your race than all the gods our temples 
contain. 

“Look you at my people, plague stricken, groping 
about in superstition, extremely fanatic, attempting 
to drive from our land the only salvation left us. 

“The one hope your missionaries speak of, and 
yet look you. Sergeant, you are divided; one says, 
this way ; one says, that way ; one says, another way, 
and many others point out to you the only road to 
salvation. Will you please explain to me why 
there are so many roads which lead to one salvation ? 
Why, they are nearly as numerous as the highways 
leading into our capital city.” 

A troubled expression came over the face of 
Robert Stanley. A slight moisture seemed to gather 
about the brown eyes, and the mouth lost the little 
tender smile which constantly hovered about it. 


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“Wing,” he said in a deep, clear voice, “you have 
just cause for your doubt; I have been troubled for 
many weeks ; such confusion should not exist 
amongst the true followers of Jesus. 

“As a child, I was taught to put my full trust in 
a true and living God. As my development reached 
the youthful stage my faith weakened to such an 
extent that it seemed to me, like yourself, there was 
too much confusion. 

“When the development had grown to manhood 
I experienced the same doubt you are manifesting 
now. One day as I looked upon a large body of 
troops parading at an encampment, my enthusiasm 
became so great, that my services were offered, 
were accepted, and in less than a day I became a 
constant violator of the great decalogue, which was 
spoken from the mountain top in thunderous tones, 
and was written by the finger of God, upon two 
tablets of stone from which it was never meant 
to be erased. 

“This light was never given me until after the 
siege of my belligerent kinsmen had been raised in 
your city, and since then I have been sorely 
troubled. I have told you before of my experience 
with the Sunlight Mission. 

“They seem so different from the other missions 
located just beyond the Legations. Yesterday, 
while walking along Chen street I met their leader. 
Elder Wood, and he secured a promise from me to 
take a few Bible readings. 


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The Escort oe an Emperor. 


“We are to begin our first study this evening in 
my quarters. I would certainly be pleased to have 
you there as this man seems to have the whole Bible 
imprinted in his mind. In all my travels I have 
never met a greater Biblical student. 

“He and I have become warm friends ever since 
the day my platoon and I saved his little mission 
station, several months ago.” 

An eager expression came over Wing’s face as 
he said, “Nothing would please me better. I have 
read your Bible very much and sometimes find por- 
tions of it which interest me greatly; then again 
there are so many passages I can get no under- 
standing from.” 

They were again walking along the driveway 
and were now passing by some ragged looking tents 
occupied by a number of Wing’s fellow country- 
men, who acted as laborers and servants about the 
camps. 

Sergeant Stanley eyed these keenly as they 
walked by and turning to his companion asked, 
“Why is it these men have such expressionless 
faces ?” 

“They are our lowest types,” said Wing, “born 
into this element; our system never permits them 
to attain to things higher. This grade of society 
cannot receive an education, they are born into 
servitude of the lowest type; in this they must re- 
main no matter what talents are hidden away, they 
are never permitted to develop.” 


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After rambling about an hour or more they re- 
turned to the small temple in the compound just 
inside the entrance where they separated, Wing 
going through the gate and passing down the street 
to the residence of his uncle with whom he lived. 

Sergeant Stanley entered his small quarters to 
work upon some papers which occupied several 
hours. 

As the shades of evening drew on, his visitor 
arrived, a pleasant looking man of medium height, 
very plainly dressed, and without any jewelry to 
decorate his person. He greeted Stanley with a 
warm, hearty handclasp and the two sat down to 
converse on different topics. 

Wing arrived a short time later, and with several 
of Stanley’s comrades, who had become interested, 
they prepared for their study. Elder Wood asked 
if they had any Bibles among them, and a smile 
spread over his face as they glanced at one another 
in surprise. He had expected this, and having come 
prepared for emergency, he handed them three 
Bibles. 

The Elder then said, “Let us pray.” Stanley be- 
ing the only one to bow upon his knees with him, 
the others sat staring at them. A thrill seemed to 
circulate through the little plainly furnished 
quarters, as this man of God offered up his supplica- 
tions on high. With a strong, earnest voice he 
called upon his Maker to bless him in his efforts to 


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deliver the message he had been chosen to present 
to those willing to hear. His prayer was short and 
to the point, averting any vain repetition, and as he 
asked for the presence of the Holy Spirit, a tremor 
shook Stanley’s frame, and Wing, who sat next to 
where he was kneeling, seemed slightly agitated ;the 
other men glanced at one another with concerned 
looks, heaving a sigh of relief as the ^‘Anien” was 
pronounced. 

Then taking up his Bible the Elder began : ‘‘We 
believe this book is the Word of God, and the 
prophets were inspired teaching as God directed 
them; therefore, it must be accepted from Genesis 
to Revelations. 

“We believe that all who have faith, that the 
scriptures can be revealed for our admonition pre- 
paring us for a life eternal through Christ Jesus. 
The subject I though best to study this evening is, 
the Word of God.” 

“Let there be light,” the Creator said, 

From on high the mighty words were spoken; 

Which made waves of light far out to spread, 

Giving to humanity a blessed token. 

Through the firmament, shone tints of white and red 
Followed closely by the day king’s strongest rays, 

In harmony the wonderful light was shed, 

Driving away shadows into silvery sprays. 

Out of the earth came fruit and grain 
Nourished by the sunlight’s tender beams. 


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Flowers burst forth on a golden chain 
Interwoven in clusters by the crystal streams. 

Now the light was given for all to enjoy, 

Even birds of the air sing praises to its gleam, 
Ofttimes a power comes trying to destroy 
The light of the world on Calvary’s scene. 

— Kohr. 


I will endeavor to ask you questions and let you 
read the answers from God’s Word. First, I will 
ask you how all scripture is given? 

The answer will be found in 2 Timothy the 3rd 
chapter and the 16th verse. 

They turned to this text and read, All scripture 
is given by inspiration of God. 

Do you think the prophets had any choice in the 
words they spoke? 

You will please turn to 2 Peter 1 : 21. “Yes,” re- 
plied the Elder, “for the prophecy came not in old 
time by the will of man ; but holy men of God spake 
as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.” 

Now we will turn to Heb. 1 : 1 and see who spake 
by the mouth of these prophets. 

God spake in times past unto the fathers by the 
prophets. 

Do you think there was any other person God 
spake through ? 

We will read Heb. 1 : 1 and 2. God hath in 
these last days spoken unto us by His Son. 

Did Christ confess God was speaking by him? 


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Turn to John 12 : 49. I have not spoken of my- 
self but the Father which sent me, he gave me a 
commandment what I should say and what I should 
speak. 

My good friends you can see by this text that 
Jesus Christ was obedient to the command of our 
Heavenly Father. The men all seemed interested, 
especially ' Stanley and Wing, who read the text 
again and again, asking questions, which were 
readily answered by Elder Wood. 

About the time Christ left this earth of what did 
he assure his Father? 

Turn to John 17:8. For I have given unto them 
the words which thou gavest me and they have re- 
ceived them and have known surely that I came out 
from thee and they have believed that thou didst 
send me. 

Also read verse 14 of the same chapter and you 
will see they hated the word our Heavenly Father 
had given through his son, who had taken on 
humanity to reveal his will. 

But then it is well to take Christ’s own words : 
for this we will turn to John 5 : 46, 47. Had ye 
believed Moses, ye would hhve believed me for he 
wrote of me. But if ye believe not his writings, 
how shall ye believe my words? 

Now I wish you to read of the words uttered by 
Christ showing his displeasure when we refuse to 
believe everything spoken by the prophets, found 
in Luke 24: 25. 


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He said unto them, O fools, and slow of heart to 
believe all that the prophets have spoken. 

There are many things the prophets foretold 
dictated by the Spirit of Christ. 1 Peter 1 : 10,11. 
Of which salvation the prophets have inquired and 
searched diligently who prophesied of the grace that 
should come unto you searching what or what man- 
ner of time the .Spirit of Christ which was in them 
did signify when it testified beforehand the suffer- 
ing of Christ and the glory that should follow. 

You can see by this that Christ knew what his 
sufferings w'ould be before taking on humanity as 
told by the prophets, and it is by faith we believe 
the writings of him through the infallible Truth 
of God. 

Whose writings did God direct the minds of the 
people to for information concerning himself? Just 
turn to Luke 24: 27. 

And beginning at Moses and all the prophets he 
expounded unto them in all the scriptures the things 
concerning himself. The Elder glanced at Stanley 
whose face had taken on an earnest expression and 
directed his comments to him. 

So you see Christ would establish our faith in his 
Messiahship. 

Now let us turn to Heb. 4 : 12, and see what the 
'nature of God’s word is. 

The Word of God is quick and powerful. I 
would like to show you by what means God created 
the Heavens. 


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Please turn with me to Ps. 33 : 6. By the word 
of the Lord were the heavens made and all the 
hosts of them by the breath of his mouth. 

Well, how do you think this was accomplished? 

As no one answered he directed them to Ps. 33 : 9. 
He spoke and it was done, he commanded and it 
stood fast. 

^‘Well,^’ spoke up Stanley in an earnest voice, 
^hhis is indeed a wonderful lesson, and it is not 
surprising either, that God could create by speak- 
ing ; it shows our dependence upon the Divine 
Power, for we, in our weakness can create nothing.” 

Wood spoke up saying, “Your are correct, Stan- 
ley, God creating by the word gives us a lesson that 
we can apply things created to our own wants, but 
man with all his ingenuity can never create one 
iota.” 

To illustrate this wonderful power of God we 
will turn to Gen. 1 : 3, 6, 7, 9. 

God said. Let there be light, and there was light. 

And God said. Let there be a firmament in the 
midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters 
from the waters. 

And God made the firmament and divided the 
waters which were under the firmament from the 
waters which were above the firmament; and it 
was so. 

And God said. Let the waters under the heavens 
be gathered unto one place, and let the dry land 
appear; and it was so. 


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How are we to understand this wonderful mani- 
festation of power? 

We will turn to Heb. 11 : 3 and read, Through 
faith we understand that the worlds were framed 
by the word of God so that things which are seen 
were not made of things which do appear. 

“So you see my friends we know these things by 
faith.” 

Wing now spoke. “Elder, why is it you leave 
your ov/n country where there are so many thou- 
sands who do not believe as you do, and come out 
on foreign soil to propound your doctrine? 

“I would think, sir, you could do well to convert 
your own people first.” 

Wood looked into his face, a pleasant smile 
hovering about his lips and then opening his Bible 
to Mark 16 : 15, he said, “Let me read you some- 
thing here.” 

Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to 
every creature. 

“Mr. Wing,” he said, “we hear this same ques- 
tion at home, as well as here in a foreign land. You 
can see by this text that the Lord makes it veiy 
plain for us to preach the Truth all over the world, 
not only in one place but everywhere. In our coun- 
try there is no excuse for anyone; the people are 
educated, they can read and study God’s word if 
they so desire. 

“What excuse have these kinsmen of mine to 
offer who will not accept the gospel? 


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“But in your country it is different; there are 
millions here of your kinsmen who have never 
heard of the truth which God has given for every 
kindred, nation and tongue. After they have heard 
the message and then they refuse to accept it, there 
is no more excuse for them, but if they have not 
heard of it, it is our duty to proclaim it.” 

As Wing had nothing more to say on this they 
proceeded with their study. 

I want to ask, was God alone in the work of crea- 
tion? 

We might read Gen. 1 : 26 and see. And God 
said. Let us make man in our image after our like- 
ness. 

So there were two persons in creation, and man 
was made in the likeness of these. 

What name is Christ called? Turn to Rev. 19: 
13. His name is called the Word of God. 

This Word must have been with God in the be- 
ginning, as the following text shows: John 1: 1. 
In the beginning was the Word and the Word was 
with God, and the Word was God. To make it 
plain that this refers to Christ we will read verse 14 
of the same chapter. The Word was made flesh 
and dwelt among us and we behold his glory, the 
glory of the only begotten of the Father full of 
grace and truth. 

“Stanley, do you think Christ was with our 
Heavenly Father before coming to this earth?” 

The Sergeant seemed so interested, that Elder 


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Wood could not refrain from asking him these 
pointed questions. 

Stanley acknowledged his ignorance of the Bible, 
so they all turned to John 17 : 5 and Stanley read. 

And now O, Father, glorify thou me with thine 
own self with the glory which I had with thee be- 
fore the world was. 

The following text shows that Christ who dwelt 
on earth, in the flesh, had a part in creation. 

Please turn to John 1 : 3. All things were made 
by Him, and without Him was not anything made 
that was made. 

Then read Col. 1 : 16. Jesus acted in harmony 
with the Father in creating. Heb. 1 : 1-2. 

God hath in these last days spoken unto us by 
His Son, who he hath appointed heir of all things, 
by whom also he made the worlds. All wisdom and 
knowledge being hidden in Christ gives him the title 
of the Word of God. Col. 2 : 3. 

Thus you see Christ acts as a medium between 
created beings and God. When Christ took on hu- 
manity he taught as one having authority. Mat. 7 : 
29. 

To show you the power of Christ on earth I will 
refer you to Mark 4 : 39. 

He arose, and rebuked the wind and said unto the 
sea. Peace, be still, and the wind ceased and there 
was great calm. This text says even the wind and 
the waves obey him, so surely we must too. 


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Elder Wood then showed them texts where Christ 
raised the dead. Luke 7 : 14-15 ; also John 11 : 43, 
44, manifesting obedience to his voice. 

Will the endurance of man stand like the Word 
of God? Turn to Isa. 40 : 6, 8. 

All flesh is grass and all the goodness thereof is 
as the flowers of the field. The grass withereth, 
the flower fadeth, but the Word of our God shall 
stand forever. 

What peculiarity did Christ say his words pos- 
sessed? Let us read John 6: 63. 

The words that I speak unto you they are spirit 
and they are life. 

There must be a great change take place in you, 
my friends, before you can enter the Kingdom of 
God. Let us turn to John 3 : 3 and see. Verily, 
Verily, I say unto thee. Except a man be born again, 
he cannot see the Kingdom of God. 

This brought to Stanley’s mind the words spoken 
to Wing a short time before, as they were watch- 
ing the artillery men in their camp. Oh, how he 
wished he could be brought back to that childish 
trust he once possessed, and with this longing re- 
newed in his mind the Elder asked him to read this 
verse, 1 Peter 23, 25. 

Being born again not of corruptible seed, but of 
incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and 
abideth forever. 

And this is the word which by the gospel is 
preached unto you. Also read James 1 : 18. 


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‘'You must give up the things of this world,” 
said Wood, and asked Wing to read Rom. 12: 2; 
also Eph. 4: 23. 

Be not conformed to this world ; but be ye trans- 
formed by the renewing of your mind, and be re- 
newed in the spirit of your mind. As he finished 
reading he looked at the Elder thoughtfully and 
said, “If my mind can be renewed into the spirit of 
Christ, I would virtually be born again, would I 
not ?” 

Wood nodded assent. “Your heart will be made 
new,” he said, and in 1 Peter 2, 2, this is called the 
new man or new born babe. 

Now by reading Eph. 4 : 24, we will see in whose 
image this new man is created. 

Put on the new man, after which God is created 
in righteousness and true holiness. Also read Col. 
3 : 9-10. 

I will endeavor to show you change must be made 
in man before he can enter the Kingdom of God. 
Just turn to Rom. 8 : 7. 

Because the carnal (natural) mind is enmity 
against God ; for it is not subject to the law of God, 
neither can be. 

It is necessary to have another mind. Phil. 2 : 15 
shows this plainly. 

Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ 
Jesus. 

Do you think Christ was satisfied to do the will 
of God? We will read Ps. 40 : 8, and see. I delight 


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to do thy will, O my God, yea, thy law is within 
my heart. 

Wood then read the following from Heb. 8 : 10 : 
I will put my laws into their mind and write them 
in their hearts. 

Have you this law written in your hearts? 

Kind friends you do not realize what a dangerous 
position you are in. Jesus is daily calling to you. 
Do you love the law? Ps. 119, 97. Oh, how I love 
thy law ; it is my meditation all the day. 

Wood arose and closing his Bible, said, “This 
evening’s study has given me great pleasure, and 
my prayer is that all may in some way be benefited 
by it. I would like you all to come over to the Mis- 
sion tomorrow evening. We expect to have a study 
on the State of the Dead. He and Wing then left 
the quarters after biding them good night. 

As Robert Stanley lay on his bunk that night, 
his mind was more sorely troubled than ever before 
in his life. 

He had often spoken to Wood about the com- 
mandments; and Thou shalt not kill seemed con- 
stantly before his eyes. Yes, he thought, a soldier 
is surely a violator of God’s law. 


CHAPTER IL 

THE SUNLIGHT MISSION. 

As Elder Wood and Wing left the quarters they 
passed through the main gateway of the park, out 
onto the street, which was quite dark, being lighted 
only by kerosene lamps suspended on posts scattered 
here and there, affording very poor light to pedes- 
trians who chanced to be out at night. 

As it was growing late, the streets were almost 
deserted. They could hear the cries of the city 
watchmen as they walked over their beats, uttering 
loud shouts to frighten away the evil spirits that 
might be hovering about under the covering of 
darkness. After going some distance, they were 
halted by a sentry patrolling the thoroughfare ; upon 
presenting their passes they were permitted to move 
on. 

As they reached the cross street. Wing left the 
Elder to proceed to the home of his uncle located 
several blocks down this street. 

The Elder continued on alone passing through a 
double gateway in a high wall dividing the city in 
two parts. 

In front of him stood the emperor’s palace, now 
deserted, the occupants having fled to a city farther 
inland at the approach of the allied forces. 


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At Legation street he turned down, meeting again 
sentries of different nationalities and as he presented 
the pass written in the different languages, he was 
permitted to go on without further trouble. 

What a wonderful change had taken place in this 
city in the last few months, he thought; here were 
men walking to and fro, who less than six months 
before were in their own home countries thousands 
of miles away. What a golden opportunity this 
could be for spreading the wonderful message of 
truth that thrilled his whole being. 

And yet, how could he reach these elements of 
confusion drawn here by the prince of darkness to 
overshadow the Light which had made its way into 
this land of darkness. As he came to a gray, brick 
structure he went in through the double door ; over 
this was written in large, plain letters, “Sunlight 
Mission.” Going through a wide hallway he en- 
tered a door on his left into a plainly furnished 
room where sat a woman by a bright, blazing fire, 
who arose and greeting him with a pleasant smile, 
helped him to remove his overcoat. “John,” she 
exclaimed, “I am so glad you have returned,” and 
drawing a chair for him close to the fire, she took 
her place by his side. 

Seated at a small table reading from a volume by 
the light of a kerosene lamp sat a younger woman, 
who straightened up and smiled at the Elder, who 
returned the recognition with a nod and tender 
smile, and turning to his wife said, “Mary, I sup- 


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pose the children are in bed.” After an answer in 
the affirmative the three began talking over the 
events of the day and evening. 

The Sunlight Mission had been established in this 
location by Elder Wood about two years before this 
date. 

It was a mission representing perhaps the small- 
est denomination of any Christian sect in the world, 
whose doctrine had caused the criticism of all other 
denominations, some even went so far as to say they 
were opposed to all Christendom; but wonderful to 
say, with much opposition from every quarter, they 
moved steadily forward and their missionaries were 
slowly advancing to every country under the sun. 

At the call of the Master, the Elder and his wife 
had turned from the world, taken up their cross and 
followed, being led to this spot, with their two chil- 
dren, a boy and a girl aged ten and twelve years, 
who were beginning to be a great help in missionary 
work. Being young they had very easily learned the 
native language and were able to spread the gospel 
in this way to the younger people with whom they 
came in contact. Elder Wood’s sister, Margaret, 
assisted them in teaching those who would be in- 
terested in the Truth through the silent messengers 
printed in the form of tracts in the native language 
and circulated wherever it was possible to do so. 

They all worked faithfully together and the first 
year after the mission had been established, their 
efforts were crowned with great success. 


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They took no credit upon themselves, but were 
humbled and submissive to the will of the Father, 
teaching Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life, 
the cornerstone of salvation. 

Then came troublesome times, the movement of 
the inhabitants of this great empire against the 
foreigners, but they went faithfully on trusting al- 
ways in Him who knoweth and doeth all things 
well. 

As the persecutions became more and more fre- 
quent their native converts moved in and about the 
mission. 

The building stood inside the line of Legation 
defense and when the outbreak came, they barri- 
caded their doors and gateways, taking no part in 
the armed defense, leaning only on the Lord for 
help. 

The other missions settled about here had ignored 
them so they remained in their little station, isolated 
as though “plague stricken.’’ 

When shell and shot would go shrieking over 
their heads, little William and Dorris would run to 
their father’s side trembling and frightened; taking 
them in his arms he would direct their minds to 
Him who said. Suffer the little children to come 
unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the 
kingdom of Heaven. 

The Elder, wife and sister were kept busy among 
their number cheering them up under this great 


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trial, some of them being found moaning and tremb- 
ling in fear. 

Sometimes it required hours of prayer and com- 
forting words to dispel the fears of the newly made 
converts. 

Careful as they were with the food supply it be- 
gan to run low ; lighter became the rations until for 
days they subsisted on a small piece of bread, but 
how thankful they were for the blessing of plenty 
of good, fresh water secured from a well in the back 
grounds of the mission. 

At last the bread supply gave out, and for hours 
the children would cry for food to appease their 
awful hunger, but as there was no food to be had 
they reverted to the green leaves taken from the 
shade trees around this building. 

It began to look as though the contending ele- 
ments of darkness would overcome them. The line 
of defence was forced backward until they could 
hear the shouts and cries of the fanatic mob just 
beyond the mission wall. Day after day it came 
nearer until they could hear the loud talking and 
jangling a short distance from their front entrance. 

Elder Wood realized he must trust altogether in 
Divine Providence, and as he could now hear the 
enfuriated mob beating against the front gate, he 
gathered the little company in the service room of 
the main building where they all knelt in prayer. 

At this juncture a new sound greeted their ears; 
they could hear the clatter of horses’ hoofs on the 


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hard street, cries of alarm from the mob outside, 
the rapid retreat of many feet, then a command in a 
loud, clear voice, and the rattle of sabers as the 
animals’ hoofs ceased beating on the ground. 

Next came a loud rapping on the front gate, in- 
termingled with a voice calling, ‘‘Hello, in there.” 
Wood quickly removed the barricades from the door 
followed by the family, who waited eagerly on the 
steps as he hastened down the short walk to the 
high gates of heavy wooden doors, fastened with a 
crossbar. Releasing this the doors swung open. 

Before him holding the reins of his animal stood 
the figure of Sergeant Robert Stanley, whom we 
have before described. His face was covered with 
dust and perspiration, his uniform soiled from the 
weeks of hard campaigning, his one legging had 
been slit open at the top; but as the little company 
looked through the opening they saw the answer to 
their petition. The Lord had delivered them from 
what seemed almost inevitable destruction, by using 
miraculous power. 

As Stanley noted their hunger-worn faces, he 
directed the Elder to commissary headquarters 
where an appeal could be made for food. 

Then turning away he mounted his steed and 
rode with his platoon after the fleeing Boxers. 

Wood could not forget the face of the man who 
had been sent to deliver them from probable mas- 
sacre by the fanatic natives attempting to drive out 
what they termed the foreign devils. 


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Sometime later as he was walking along the street 
he met the Sergeant and making himself known he 
invited Stanley to visit at his home. 

The invitation was accepted and in this manner 
he soon became close friends with the Wood family 
and those about the mission. He and the Elder 
would discuss the Bible at different times, but it 
seemed something always came in the way to pre- 
vent Bible studies with the soldier, until arrange- 
ments were made to give the readings in the 
quarters. 

‘'Well, Mary,’’ he said, “I actually believe that 
soldier Stanley and his Chinese friend, Mr. Wing, 
are becoming interested in the Truth. There seems 
to be something troubling the Sergeant’s mind. I 
have often talked to him about the commandments, 
and tonight he appeared very much concerned.” 

Margaret Wood had again leaned over her book 
pursuing the lines as her brother commented on their 
friend Stanley. 

As the hour was growing late a chapter was read 
from Joshua, then kneeling before their Maker 
they offered up their thanks for the care and bless- 
ings of another day, afterward retiring to their 
beds, they enjoyed the sleep which comes to all who 
labor earnestly for the Master. 

At the first tints of dawn they were up busying 
themselves about the duties of the mission. After 
the children had arisen the whole family gathered 
before the comfortable fire in the sitting room to 


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read another chapter from God’s word, and also 
bow on their knees to praise God for the care, 
blessed sleep and rest, that gave them strength to 
go forward in His service another day. 

After returning thanks and partaking of the food 
prepared before them, they separated for their dif- 
ferent tasks — Margaret to teach the Mission School, 
Mary Wood to teach the women converts and the 
Elder to teach and instruct the m.ale department and 
send out his colporters. This was the daily routine 
in the mission. 

They often held public Bible readings in the little 
chapel. It was to one of these the invitation had 
been given to Stanley and Wing to attend. 

As it began to grow dusk, the Sergeant arrived 
and was shown into the sitting room where he was 
joined by the Elder. They had scarcely seated 
themselves when Wing put in his appearance. 

“Elder,” spoke Stanley, “1 came early thinking I 
might have an opportunity to ask some questions 
about the Bible and about the commandments of 
God you lay so much stress upon. 

“Now, according to your doctrine, this moral law 
stands as binding today as when God first gave it. 
This does not harmonize with my earlier teachings. 
We were taught to believe all laws given by the 
prophets were fulfilled in the coming of the Saviour. 
If it is as you teach, I am a constant violator of 
God’s law, for how could any conscientious man 
stand ready to take the life of another, and be a 


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true follower of Jesus? I understand in taking life 
under any provocation would be violating the sixth 
commandment, Thou shalt not kill.” 

Wing who was listening spoke up : “But listen, 
Sergeant, if you are preforming a service for hu- 
manity’s sake in lifting oppression from those bound 
by the yokes of evil, don’t you think you would be 
j ustified in such action ? 

“We learn by the Bible, the Elder here uses for 
his own reproof, that blood was shed in overcoming 
the enemies of God’s chosen people. 

“These children of Israel were in battles where 
thousands were slain. Why then should you be a 
violater of God’s law, if they were not violating the 
same law?” 

“That is just what puzzles me,” spoke Stanley, 
and they both looked to the Elder for an answer. 

Since the fall in the garden of Eden, said Wood, 
there has been a great controversy in this world. 

It began first in Heaven with rebellion against 
God’s perfect government; this same rebellion is 
prevalent here on earth. 

We find a good description of this power in John 
8 : 44 . 

Ye are of your father the devil and the lusts of 
your father’s ye will do. He was a murderer from 
the beginning and abode not in the truth, because 
there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, 
he speaketh of his own for he is a liar, and the 
father of it. 


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You see this reference speaks of those who are 
controlled by this power of darkness. 

When the chosen people of God were brought 
face to face with this element, God cleared away the 
sin from their pathway under what we understand 
as the cermonial law. If you make a close study of 
this code, you will find God’s people offered sacri- 
fices, performing ceremonies to keep their eyes upon 
the God of Israel; but when sin crept in amongst 
this chosen people they were to be governed by the 
great decalogue given from Sinai. 

But the coming of the Messiah who had first been 
promised in Genesis was believed in by the patri- 
archs and prophets, the Mosaic law having been 
overshadowed by tradition to such an extent it was 
burdensome. 

Jesus established the law of liberty teaching the 
Jews their errors in the temple. I will read John 
8:5. Now, Moses in the law commanded us that 
such should be stoned ; but what sayest thou ? This 
reference comes under the law of Moses or cere- 
monial law. 

You can see what the punishment was for violat- 
ing the seventh commandment, Thou shalt not com- 
mit adultery. 

We might read John 8 : 11. 

She said. No man. Lord, and Jesus said unto her, 
neither do I condemn thee ; go and sin no more. 

This shows the plan of redemption Jesus* estab- 
lished. 


The Escort oe an Emperor. 47 

Now, do you think because he told her to go and 
sin no more that it excused her from the seventh 
commandment ? 

No, my friends, this made it certain that the same 
law she had violated was now magnified to keep 
her from committing that sin again. 

We might read Mat. 5 : 28. 

But I say unto you, that whosoever looketh on a 
woman to lust after her hath committed adultery 
with her already in his heart. 

So this reference shows how Jesus regards the 
seventh commandment. 

Now, Sergeant Stanley I do not believe any man, 
whether in an army or out of an army, is justified in 
taking life. Now, the sixth commandment reads, 
Thou shalt not kill. 

I want to read you Mat. 5 : 39. 

But I say unto you. That ye resist not evil: but 
whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn 
to him the other also. 

Those who wish to be followers of Jesus must 
obey the commandments. 

It is quite plain to me that any person after being 
conscious of this Truth, could never advocate wars 
or taking of life under any circumstance to be obey- 
ing the voice of the Master. 

“How about punishment for crime, for instance, 
murder?” asked Stanley. 

No true child of God could advocate capital pun- 
inshment, said Wood. You see. Sergeant, as God 


48 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

presents the light to you, you must walk in it, trust- 
ing Him to clear away whatever entanglements the 
enemy of truth has placed in your pathway. 

Daniel is a wonderful example for us to follow ; 
under all oppostitions and facing death he stood by 
his convictions. 

If it is agreeable to you sometime in the future, I 
would like to give you a reading on the two laws ; 
this would no doubt clear up many things in your 
mind. 

Mrs. Wood and Margaret entered the room greet- 
ing the two men in a friendly manner. As it was 
now time for Bible study in the chapel, they left the 
sitting room, going through a large double door at 
the end of the hall into the brightly lighted chapel, 
where rows of wooden benches were almost filled 
with people, mostly Chinese ; some having been 
drawn here through curiosity, others had heard of 
the wonderful message taught here and wanted to 
know more of the God who loves all. 

Seated at an organ was a native girl about 
eighteen or twenty years of age. She had become a 
convert when the mission was first established, and 
through the untiring efforts of Margaret Wood, 
had become qualified to play for these services. Her 
small fingers touched the keys lightly as she prac- 
ticed over several songs for the evening worship. 

The song books were passed out among the con- 
gregation, the Elder took his place on the rostrum 
and all was in readiness to begin. Wing and Stan- 


The Escort of an Emperor. 49 

ley sat down near the front to catch all the Elder 
would say. 

The services were opened by song followed by 
prayer by one of the men in native tongue ; the sub- 
ject then taken up was, The State of the Dead. 

The Elder spoke. Perhaps there is no more in- 
teresting subject to the human family than to know 
how we are created, and what our condition is after 
life has left the body and we are dead. 

He ceased speaking for an instant and after look- 
ing around, called an intelligent looking Chinaman 
forward, who arose with Bible in hand and inter- 
preted the texts in the native language after they 
had been given in English. 

Of what did God make man ? asked Elder Wood. 
Let us open our Bibles and turn to Gen. 3 : 19. In 
the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread till thou 
return unto the ground for out it wast thou taken, 
for dust thou art and unto dust shalt thou return. 

Now let us read Gen. 2 : 7, and see what was 
given man that he might live. 

And the Lord formed man of the dust of the 
ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of 
life and man became a living soul. 

Now we will see what becomes of this spirit at 
death. Turn to Eccl. 12 : 7. 

Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was ; 
and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. 

Wing seemed puzzled and sat looking at Stanley 
who was deeply absorbed in the study. 


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The Escort oe an Emperor. 


How different this contrasted from the teaching 
of his own people, who believed the spirits of the 
departed ones were continually hovering about them 
and must be appeased. This brought a picture be- 
fore him of his mother’s death, of the priest chant- 
ing prayers and saying mass for her soul, and the 
father and other relatives offering clothing, paper 
money and food to her spirit. 

Then there was that awful scene at the burial 
grounds, fireworks were exploded to keep off the 
evil spirits, mingled with the despairing cries of his 
relatives. 

His mind was suddenly drawn away from this 
scene by the Elder as he asked. Do you think spirit 
and breath are the same? 

We will turn to James 2 : 26. Mr. Wing will you 
please read this ? 

The voice of the Chinaman trembled slightly as 
he read. 

For as the body without the spirit is dead so faith 
without works is dead also. 

The margin of my Bible reads spirit (or breath) 
so we understand that both have the same Bibical 
meaning. 

Do you suppose there is any knowledge of God 
after this separation? We will read Ps. 6: 4-5. 

Return, O Lord, deliver my soul. Oh save me for 
thy mercy’s sake. 

For in death there is no remembrance of thee ; in 
the grave who shall give thee thanks? 


The Escort oe an Emperor* 51 

Do those that died righteous praise God? Read 
Ps. 115 : 17. 

The dead praise not the Lord, neither any that 
go down into silence. 

In reading Isa. 38 : 19, we find somebody that 
can praise God. 

The living, the living, he shall praise thee as I do 
this day, the father to the children shall make known 
his truths. 

Now let us see why the dead cannot praise the 
Lord. Ps. 146 : 34. 

Put not your trust in princes nor in the son of 
man in whom there is no help. 

His breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth, 
in that very day his thoughts perish. 

It is quite reasonable to believe, with our thoughts 
gone we cannot praise God. 

In the fifth verse of the ninth chapter of Eccl., we 
find something more about the dead. 

For the living know that they shall die; but the 
dead know not anything, neither have they any more 
a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten. 

Some of the Chinese in the back part of the room 
glanced at each other uneasily as their countryman 
Wing asked. Do you not think the dead can in any 
way communicate with the living? 

The Elder repeated Eccl. 9 : 5, also the sixth verse. 
Also their love and their hatred and their envy is 
now perished ; neither have they any more a portion 
forever in anything that is done under the sun. 


52 The: Escort an Emperor. 

You see their envy and love now perished and 
not taking part in anything that is done, why, of 
course they cannot commune with the living. 

By Job 14 : 21, we find they do not know what is 
transpiring on earth. 

His sons came to honor and he knoweth it not, 
and they were brought low, but he perceiveth it not 
of them. 

Now this man was dead, his sons came to pay 
their respects to the lifeless body but the father 
knew nothing about it. 

Ps. 13 : 3 and John 11 : 11-14 compare death to 
a sleep. We might turn to it and read. 

Consider and hear me, O Lord my God, lighten 
mine eyes; lest I sleep the sleep of death. These 
things, said he: and after that he saith unto them. 
Our friend Lazarus sleepeth; but I go that I may 
awake him out of sleep. 

Then said his disciples. Lord, if he sleep he shall 
do well. 

Howbeit Jesus spake of his death, but they 
thought that he spoke of taking a rest in sleep. 
Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead. 

We will now see what is said of the prophet 
David. Turn to Acts 13 : 36 and read what became 
of him. 

For David after he had served his own genera- 
tion, by the will of God, fell on sleep and was laid 
unto his fathers and saw corruption. 


The: Escort or an Empe:ror. 53 

Then would you think from this that David was 
in Heaven ? Read Acts 2 : 34, this answers it rather 
plainly. 

For David is not ascended into the heavens, but 
he saith himself, the Lord said unto my Lord, Sit 
thou on my right hand. 

Then where do you suppose he is ?. We will read 
verse 29 of the same chapter and see. 

Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you 
of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and 
buried and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. 

The Elder glanced over the assembly to note the 
effects of his reading. He knew well it would be 
difficult for some present to understand the full 
meaning of the subject; but if they were desirous of 
learning more they could inquire of the native con- 
verts who could point out the pitfalls. 

We will now see where the saints are sleeping. 
Job 7 : 21. 

And why dost thou not pardon my transgression 
and take away mine iniquity; for now shall I sleep 
in the dust ; and thou shalt seek me in the morning 
but I shall not be. 

Also read Job 17 : 13, 14, 15, 16. 

If I wait, the grave is mine house, I have made 
my bed in the darkness. 

I have said to corruption. Thou art my father ; to 
the worm. Thou art my mother and my sister. 

And where is now my hope ? as for my hope, who 
shall see it ? 


54 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

They shall go down to the bars of the pit, when 
our rest together is in the dust. 

John 5 : 28. Marvel not at this ; for the hour is 
coming in which all that are in the graves shall 
hear his voice. 

In Eccl. 9 : 10 we read there is no knowledge in 
the grave. 

Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with 
thy might, for there is no work, nor device, nor 
knowledge nor wisdom in the grave whither thou 
goest. 

We might read what Job 14: 10 says. 

But man dieth, and wasteth away ; yea man giveth 
up the ghost and where is he? 

We will now see if there is any fixed time for 
man to sleep in death. Read verse 12 same chapter. 
So man lieth down, and riseth not till the heavens 
be no more, they shall not wake, nor be raised out of 
their sleep. 

Well, when will the heavens be no more? Rev. 
6 : 14, 15, 16. 

And the heavens departed as a scroll when it is 
rolled together, and every mountain and island were 
moved out of their places. 

And the kings of the earth, and the great men 
and the rich men and the chief captain, and the 
mighty men and every bondman, and every free 
man, hid themselves in the dens and in the rocks 
of the mountains. And said to the mountains and 
rocks. Fall on us and hide us from the face of Him 


The; Escort or an Emprror. 55 

that sitteth on the throne and from the wrath of the 
Lamb. 

Next we will read who will awake the sleeping 
saints. 1 Thes. 4 : 13-16-17. 

But I would not have you to be ignorant brethren, 
concerning them which are asleep that ye sorrow 
not, even as others which have no hope. 

For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven 
with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and 
with the trump of God ; and the dead in Christ shall 
rise first. 

Then we which are alive and remain shall be 
caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet 
the Lord in the air; and so shall we ever be with 
the Lord. 

Do you think there will be any change in the peo- 
ple at this time? Turn to 1 Cor. 15 : 51-54. 

Behold I shew you a mystery; We shall not all 
sleep, but we shall all be changed. 

In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the 
last trump, for the trump shall sound, and the dead 
shall be raised incorruptible and we shall be 
changed. 

For the corruptible must put on incorruption and 
this mortal must put on immortality. 

In Col. 3 : 4 we read. 

When Christ who is our life shall appear then 
shall ye also appear with Him in glory. If we ap- 
pear with Him we shall receive a reward. 


56 The Escort or an Emperor. 

Shall we turn to 1 Peter 5 : 4 and learn what 
kind of a reward it is ? 

And when the chief Shepherd shall appear ye 
shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. 

When are the righteous to receive their reward ? 
Luke 14 : 13, 14. 

But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the 
maimed, the lame, the blind; 

And thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot re- 
compense thee; for thou shalt be recompensed at 
the resurrection of the just. Also read Rev. 22 : 12. 

And behold I come quickly; and my reward is 
with me, to give every man according as his work 
shall be. 

Did the great apostle preach the same? Read 2 
Tim. 4 : 8. 

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of 
righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge 
shall give me at that day and not to me only, but 
unto all them also that love his appearing. 

If there was no resurrection what would be the 
condition of the righteous dead? 1 Cor. 15: 16-18. 

For if the dead rise not, then is not Christ raised. 

And if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain, ye 
are yet in your sins. 

Then they also which are fallen asleep in Christ 
are perished. 

It is the will of God to raise up him who believes, 
this being done by Jesus on the last day. Let us 
read John 6: 39, 40. 


The Escort or an Emperor. 57 

And this is the Father’s will which hath sent me, 
that of all which he hath given me I should lose 
nothing, but should raise it up again at the last day. 

And this is the will of him that sent me; that 
everyone which seeth the Son and believeth on him 
may have everlasting life, and I will raise him up at 
the last day. 

With the lesson this evening we have tried to 
show by God’s Word that the dead whether they 
be righteous or unrighteous have no power what- 
ever to effect or communicate with the living. 

We believe the only communication is through 
prayer to Him on high through our meditator Christ 
Jesus, who said I am the Way, the Truth and the 
Life. 

The study had made a wonderful impression on 
Wing, who left the mission in company with Stan- 
ley discussing the lesson as they walked along. 

''Stanley,” he said, "I am certain this man Wood 
is teaching the gospel truth. 

"What a blessing it would be to my race if they 
could cast off the tradition of superstition of cen- 
turies and accept the doctrine he propounded this 
evening. It would mean our salvation.” 

They separated at the street crossing, both with 
troubled minds. One to ponder over the command- 
ments of God, the other trying to shake loose the 
shackles of spiritualism which held him in its grasp. 


CHAPTER III. 


A chance: meeting. 

Located on one of the main streets in the capital 
city, was the residence of Prince Foo Chang Wing, 
the uncle of Su Choo Wing. 

The prince had been very successful in life and 
after finishing his classics and receiving his degree, 
he entered the service of his country as an official. 

Fortune had smiled upon him, he had advanced 
from one position to another until he now stood 
next to the emperor. 

Being a very liberal minded man, his friends were 
numerous, and when the great movement against 
the foreigners began, every effort was made by him 
to oppose it, but his efforts were fruitless however, 
and with a sad shake of his head he was compelled 
to accept the inevitable. 

He was also very intimate friends with the presi- 
dent of the American Missionary University of the 
city, who directed his mind to the Bible. 

Whenever duties permitted, he would discuss por- 
tions of the scriptures for hours with the American 
D. D., but this did not seem to avail him anything, 
his mind still clung to the vain, traditional supersti- 
tion. As the president had given him his views on 


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the future state they did not seem to differ so widely 
on this topic. 

When Prince Wing’s brother died he left a boy 
fourteen years of age, and as the prince had only 
one child, a daughter, he took the boy into his home 
and treated him as his own son. After finishing his 
course he was sent to a large university in a city 
near the coast. Young Wing was very studious 
and after the course in English had been completed, 
he accepted a position in the Custom Office. 

Coming in contact with many missionaries he had, 
like his uncle, studied the Bible considerably from 
time to time and in this way he received more light 
than most Chinamen in the same position. 

When the Boxer movement reached its zenith he 
still remained at his post of duty, although his 
countrymen had fled. 

When the allies camped about him took charge 
of all government property it left him without a 
position. 

Through the influence of his former instructor in 
the university, he was given a position with the 
American forces as a civilian clerk in one of their 
Army Departments. 

Being well versed in English his place was easy 
to fill and as the allies moved toward the capital it 
was his duty to go with them. 

One day while riding along on a large escort 
wagon over dusty roads, under the boiling hot sun. 


The; Escort or an Emperor. 61 

he became acquainted with Sergeant Stanley, who 
was acting as escort to the wagon train. 

Their acquaintance ripened into friendship 
through the toilsome days of overland travel. 

Sometimes on reaching clumps of trees near small 
villages they would halt to rest. 

Upon these occasions young Wing would open 
his heart to the Sergeant, and as they were about 
the same age it seemed to have a tendency to bring 
them closer together. 

Stanley sympathized with the Chinaman as he 
heard the story of his uncle’s position, how he was 
compelled to remain with the Court although he 
was bitterly opposed to the action of his govern- 
ment in affiliating with the Boxer movement against 
the foreigners. He told Stanley of his aunt and 
cousin living in their comfortable home in the city. 

He would say, “You know very well. Sergeant, 
my countrymen can never successfully oppose such 
well equipped and well organized forces as these. 

“It will be necessary for my uncle and family to 
flee from their home in the city. 

“What do you suppose will become of them 
thrown out among a mob of millions of fleeing in- 
habitants ?” 

Stanley would console him by pointing to him to 
trust in Divine Providence, knowing in his own 
heart he was not placing trust there himself. 

After many days of hard campaigning they 
reached the walls of the capital, where Wing’s 


62 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

heart was rung with bitter feeling as he looked on 
and beheld his countrymen being forced backward 
with its formidable foe, in whose ranks fate had 
cast him. 

Through the roar and din of battle he would often 
see his friend Stanley mounted on his faithful steed, 
his handsome face drawn with a look of compassion 
as he dashed here and there with messages for the 
diflferent officers in command. 

His heart sank as he saw Stanley and his little 
platoon dash through a battered down gateway 
making directly for the Legation. 

He did not again see him until the troops had 
reached the wall surrounding the emperor’s palace; 
as he was conversing with the officer in whose de- 
partment he was employed, Stanley rode by with 
his platoon, saluted the officer and in his ever 
friendly manner called, “Hello there” to Wing. 

The officer halted him and gave directions for 
him and his platoon to escort Wing to his uncle’s 
residence, to remain there on guard until further 
notice. 

Stanley was thankful for an opportunity of assist- 
ing his friend. As they came to the cross street. 
Wing directed them to turn down and they passed 
many wealthy residences where the poor inhabitants 
had began looting. 

The Chinaman’s heart throbbed violently as his 
countrymen fired an occasional shot at them, after 
this they would turn and flee from view. 


The: Escort or an Emperor. 63 

Looking into the faces of the soldiers who rode 
on as unconcerned as though on parade, he won- 
dered how they could be so cool under such exciting 
surroundings. 

At last they arrived at his uncle’s home, and as it 
seemed unmolested, the soldiers took their horses 
into the compound in the rear of the building. 

The front gateway was closed and barred and 
after much calling and rapping Wing attracted the 
attention of two servants who advanced cautiously 
to the gate ; as they recognized his voice they hastily 
opened it, greeting him with glad cries, bowing to 
their knees and butting their heads on the ground 
in saluting the member of the prince’s family. 

As Stanley placed out several sentinels to guard 
the property from looters. Wing entered the house 
to learn from the servants that his uncle and family 
had fled with the Court to the city further inland. 
They all settled down in comfortable quarters. Wing 
dispatching one of the trusted servants with a 
message to his uncle. 

As the weeks passed the absent inhabitants began 
returning in streams, taking up their former abode. 

Stanley continued on guard at the home of the 
prince. 

Being close to camp headquarters young Wing 
secured permission to perform his work at his home. 
In this way he and Stanley were thrown into one 
another’s company until they seemed almost like 
brothers, although of different nationalities. 


64 The: Escort oE' an Empe:ror. 

For hours during the evenings the Sergeant 
would relate army experiences to an interested 
listener. 

One evening he said : ^‘With all my experience, 
Wing, I have never been a true soldier at heart; I 
have always averted firing accurately at any man. 
When entering battle there was always an awful 
feeling came over me that it might become neces- 
sary for me to take someone’s life. 

“Understand you. Wing, there was no cowardice 
about me, but my great fear was and is yet of hav- 
ing someone’s blood upon my hands. 

“I have firmly decided when my enlistment ex- 
pires next June to leave the army forever.” 

Wing looked at his friend in surprise. “Sergeant,” 
he said, “I saw you the day the city capitulated and 
thought you the bravest soldier of them all.” 

A few days later Prince Wing and family re- 
turned and settled down in their home again. 

The Prince greeted Stanley warmly as his 
nephew introduced him. “Uncle,” he replied, “I 
owe much to this soldier, I esteem his friendship 
above anything in my possession.” 

He next presented his aunt, a small, dark haired 
lady dressed in a black silk costume. The cousin, 
a handsome rosy cheeked girl was next introduced, 
who looked at the broad shouldered soldier shyly. 

The Prince had been sent by the court to open 
up negotiations for a peace settlement. Always 


Thi5 Escort ot an Emteror. 65 

showing a friendly feeling toward the foreigners 
and the foreign ministers, they felt he was qualified 
to do this, and he entered upon his duty at once. 

Stanley was now taken from his guard service 
and removed to the little temple in the park, but 
was always a welcome visitor at the Prince’s home. 

He and Wing went about together very often 
and one beautiful, sunny afternoon, a week after 
their visit to the chapel in the Sunlight Mission, 
they strolled out through the northwest gate going 
along the highway leading toward the mountain by 
the emperor’s summer palace. Near the road stood 
a peculiar shaped monument, Stanley eyeing it with 
curiosity. 

‘‘This,” said Wing, “is dedicated to the memory 
of our great law giver and the founder of our reli- 
gion. This monument is the wonder of all who 
visit this spot. Those ornaments or extensions en- 
circling it from bottom to top represent the great 
principles laid down by our ancestral countrymen.” 

The tall shaft like monument was round and 
seemed as large in circumference at the top as at its 
base. 

This was constructed centuries ago and one can 
see by its preservation that the workmanship was 
of the highest order. 

Stanley would liked to have ascended, but this 
was impossible as there was no means provided. 

On looking towards the gateway leading through 
the wall into the city, Stanley asked : “Why is it. 


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66 Thk Escort an Emperor. 

that before all your gateways there is a wall built 
in front of the entrance? Are they construced to 
act as wind breaks when it is blowing severely?’^ 

“No,” laughed Wing, “These are built to keep 
out the evil spirits ; the thought being, that in turn- 
ing them from a straight course they would be un- 
able to find their way into the city.” 

“Then it is apparent by these methods you adopt, 
that it would be impossible for spirits to penetrate 
walls or enter homes of your people. 

“You certainly must have an ideal city here, 
laughed Stanley, or do the spirits rise over the 
walls; why don’t your people just build a roof over 
the city, they would certainly then be safe.” 

Wing’s face brightened up with a smile, as he 
said, “Sergeant, I heard my uncle’s intimate friend 
speak of the departed souls dwelling in paradise. 
In fact niy uncle and I attended a funeral at the 
university, and this able Doctor in his discourse gave 
such a graphic description of the departed one’s 
soul, that I came very near giving up my own reli- 
gion for his, but my views have changed since he 
visited my uncle’s home. We asked him to describe 
the dwelling place of the wicked ones. 

“Such an awful picture Stanley, a fiery furnace, 
ten times hotter than anything you can imagine; 
into this the wicked are dumped, and from the time 
the soul departed he was tortured and punished 
forever and evei. 


The; Escort or an Empe;ror. 67 

I asked the Doctor who was in charge of this 
awful place, and he told us, Satan. 

My next question seemed to puzzle him, as I 
asked how Satan could be in here and at the same 
time be out over the world tempting people. 

I could not understand how Satan, the author 
of all evil could be in this awful place receiving his 
punishment and at the same time he and his angels 
of darkness were out seeking to entrap humanity, 
to have more miserable souls to cast into his awful 
pit of torture. 

“Sergeant,” he said in anxious tone, “we must 
get Elder Wood’s explanation on this. I must 
acknowledge, that lesson on the state of the dead 
impressed me wonderfully.” 

“With all my religious experience,” said Stanley, 
“traveling over the world, our friend Wood seems 
to have more light on the scripture than any person 
with whom I have come in contact.” 

Walking farther along they came to an arched 
bridge spanning a small stream. 

Stanley found many questions to ask about this, 
paying particular attention to the heavy flagging 
covering the driveway; these were of solid rock 
resembling granite, and had two deep gutters worn 
where vehicles passed over. 

The day was warm for this season and the two 
men leaned against the marble railing to discuss the 
wonderful workmanship which had been performed 
perhaps twenty centuries before. 


68 The: Escort an Empe:ror. 

A covered two wheeled cart came rumbling across 
the bridge and from beneath the blue top a familiar 
voice called out in greeting. 

Elder Wood alighted, giving each a warm hand 
clasp, saying, “I am just returning from a little vil- 
lage about twelve miles up the way where one of 
my native workers is having great success in the 
Lord’s service.” 

They conversed together a few minutes, the Elder 
informing them that he expected to give a reading 
at the northwest gateway to several of the soldiers 
who had visited the chapel from time to time. 

He also invited the two men to join them. Noth- 
ing would give us more pleasure, answered they. 

The quarters were located in the large pagoda 
built above the gate entrance. 

Before starting on. Wing asked the Elder a few 
questions on the fate of the wicked. Wood pro- 
ceeded to the cart and procuring his Bible opened it 
in the bright sunlight. 

Now, Elder, I am very anxious to know if the 
wicked who have passed into death are being pun- 
ished ? 

I will answer you by these two passages of scrip- 
ture. Job 21 : 28-31. 

For ye say. Where is the house of the prince, and 
where are the dwelling places of the wicked ? Have 
ye not asked them that go by the way? Do ye not 
know their token ? 


The: Escort of an Empfror. 69 

That the wicked is reserved to the day of judg- 
ment, they shall be brought forth to the day of 
wrath. 

I would like to know where the dead wicked are 
now, inquired Stanley. 

They were using a cross fire upon the Elder, who 
answered only by the Word of God, (The Bible). 
In Job 21, verses 32 and 33 we read. They shall lie 
down alike in the dust and the worms shall cover 
them. 

Yet shall he be brought to the grave, and shall 
remain in the tomb. 

The clods of the valley, shall be sweet unto him 
and every man shall draw after him. 

In 1 Peter 4: 17 there is something in regard to 
the wicked, I will read it. 

For the time is come that judgment must begin 
at the house of God ; and if its first begins at us, 
what shall the end be of them that obey not the 
gospel of God? 

I want to read you what the penalty of sin is. 
This is from Rom. 6 : 23. 

For the wages of sin is death ; but the gift of God 
is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Now James 1 : 15 says. Then when lust hath con- 
ceived, it bringeth forth sin, and sin, when it is 
finished bringeth forth death. 

My dear friends, perhaps you have never thought 
of the definition of death. Die means to cease liv- 
ing, to expire. 


70 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

I will read you a few texts dealing with death. 
Rev. 20 : 6. 

Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first 
resurrection; on such the second death hath no 
power, but they shall be priests of God and Christ 
and shall reign with him a thousand years. 

Heb. 9 : 27. And as it is appointed unto men once 
to die, but after this the judgment. 

You will see by the next verse what becomes of 
the wicked after judgment. 

Matt. 13 : 40-42. As therefore, the tares are 
gathered and burned in the fire ; so shall it be in the 
end of this world. 

The* Son of man shall send forth his angels and 
they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that 
offend, and them which do iniquity; and shall cast 
them into a furnace of fire; there shall be wailing 
and gnashing of teeth. 

If God did not intend man should die the second 
death, we will see for whom this fire was prepared. 

I will read from Mat. 25 : 41. Then shall he say 
also unto them on the left hand. Depart from me ye 
cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil 
and his angels. 

“Well, Elder, where do you think this fire is lo- 
cated?’^ asked Wing eagerly. 

Let me see, I think Rev. 20 : 9, will enlighten you 
some on that, answered Wood. 

And they went up on the breadth of the earth, 
and compassed the camp of the saints about and the 


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beloved city; and fire came down from God out of 
heaven, and devoured them. 

Stanley now asked if the earth was reserved for 
this purpose. 

The Elder read him 2 Peter 3:9. • 

But the heavens and earth which are now, by the 
sarnie word are kept in store, reserved unto fire 
against judgment and perdition of men. 

In reading Prov. 11 : 31, I may show you where 
the wicked will be recompensed. 

Behold the righteous shall be recompensed in the 
earth : much more the wicked and the sinner. 

I will also read you Isa. 34 : 8. 

For it is the day of the Lord’s vengeance and the 
year of recompenses for the controversy of Zion. 

And the streams thereof shall be turned into pitch, 
and the dust thereof into brimstone, and the land 
thereof shall become burning pitch. 

“Do you understand, the wicked will all be pun- 
ished at the same time Elder ?” asked Wing. 

He turned the pages to Isa. 1 : 28-31. 

And the destruction of the transgressors and of 
the sinners shall be together, and they that shall 
forsake the Lord shall be consumed. 

And the strong shall be as tovv^, and the maker 
of it as a spark, and they shall both burn together, 
and none shall quench them. 

I will show you now who will awake to receive 
their punishment, in John 5 : 28, 29. 


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Marvel not at this ; for the hour is coming in 
which all that are in the graves shall hear his 
voice; and shall come forth, they that have done 
good unto the resurrection of life; and they that 
have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. 

“Well now Elder, can you show us when the 
righteous will awake?” asked Wing. 

1 Thes. 4: 16 says. For the Lord himself shall 
descend from heaven with a shout with the voice of 
the archangel and with the trump of God; and the 
dead in Christ shall arise first. 

You understand of course that the dead in Christ 
mean the righteous dead; they shall be the first to 
be resurrected when the Lord comes. 

Now may I ask if you can tell us when the wicked 
will awake? 

The Elder calmly turned to verse 5 of Rev. 20, 
and read. 

But the rest of the dead live not again until tlie 
thousand years were finished. 

This is the first resurrection. 

Now we will see what Satan gathers the wicked 
dead to when they are raised. 

This I will read from verse 8 of the same chapter. 

And shall go out to deceive the nations which 
are in the four quarters of the earth, Gog and Ma- 
gog to gather them together, to battle the number 
of whom is as the sands’ of the sea. 

“This scripture reads,” said Wing, “as though 
Satan had power with the wicked after judgment.” 


The: Escort oT' an Emperor. 73 

Yes, replied Elder Wood, he gathers them for 
battle; I will show you by Rev. 30, verse 9 what 
the result of this attack will be. And they went up 
on the breath of the earth and compassed the camps 
of the saints about and the beloved city and fire 
came down from God out of heaven and devoured 
them. 

Let me read you how this fire affects the wicked. 
This is found in Mai. 4 : 1-3. 

For behold the day cometh, that shall burn as an 
oven ; and all the proud, yea and all that do wick- 
edly shall be stubble ; and the day that cometh shall 
burn them up, saith the Lord of Hosts, that it shall 
leave them neither root nor branch. But unto you 
that fear my name shall the sun of righteousness 
arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go 
forth, and grow up as calves of the stall. 

And ye shall tread down the wicked; for they 
shall be ashes under the soles of your feet in the 
day that I shall do this, saith the Lord of Hosts. 

I will give you a description of this scene in 
Nahum 1 : 7-10. 

The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of 
trouble, and he knoweth them that trust in Him. 

But with an over-running flood he will make an 
utter end of the place thereof, and darkness shall 
pursue his enemies. What do ye imagine against 
the Lord ? He will make an utter end ; affliction 
shall not rise up the second time. 


74 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

For while they be folden together as thorns, and 
while they are drunken as drunkards, they shall be 
devoured as stubble fully dry. 

Now will the wicked ever recover from their 
destruction ? I will read you 2 Thes. 1 : 9. 

Who shall be punished with everlasting destruc- 
tion from the presence of the Lord, and from the 
glory of His power? 

Then I will read verse 18 of Isa. 10. 

And shall consume the glory of his forest, and of 
his fruitful field, both soul and body and they shall 
be as when a standard bearer fainteth. 

And Mat. 25 : 46 says : And these shall go away 
into everlasting punishment but the righteous into 
life eternal. 

“How do you account for this everlasting pun- 
ishment?” Stanley asked. 

It is very plain to me, replied Wood, that death 
and destruction by fire would be everlasting pun- 
ishment. Patience and well doing are necessary for 
those who receive eternal life. 

Rom. 2:7. To them who by patient continuance 
in well doing seek for glory and honor and im- 
mortality, eternal life. 

Wing then asked this pointed question, “If the 
righteous have eternal life, will the place of the 
wicked always exist?” 

Well, I will just read you something here in Ps. 
37: 10. 


The: Escort or an Emperor. 75 

For yet a little while and the wicked shall not be; 
yea thou shalt diligently consider his place, and it 
shall not be. 

You can see by verse 16 in Obediah that the 
wicked are brought to a condition as though they 
had never been. 

For as ye have drunk upon my holy mountains so 
shall all the heathen drink continually yea, they shall 
drink and they shall swallow down and they shall 
be as though they had not been. 

We may look forward to a new heaven and a new 
earth, reads 2 Peter 3 : 12, 13. 

Looking for and hasting into the coming of the 
day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall 
be dissolved and the elements shall melt with fer- 
vent heat. 

Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look 
for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth 
righteousness. 

Mat. 5 : 15 promises an inheritance which reads, 
Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the 
earth. 

Sergeant Stanley then asked, “Well where will 
the wicked be then?” 

I will read Mai. 4: 3. And ye shall tread down 
the wicked; for they shall be ashes under the soles 
of your feet in the day that I shall do this, says the 
Lord of Hosts. 

Wing then asked if Satan would share the same 
fate as the other wicked. 


76 The: Escort or an Emperor. 

I will read Heb. 2 : 14. I think that will cover 
your question satisfactorily. 

For as much then as the children are partakers 
of flesh and blood, he also himself took part of the 
same ; that through death he might destroy him that 
had the power of death, that is the devil. 

Ez. 28 : 18, 19 says. Thou hast defiled thy sanc- 
tuaries by the multitude of thine iniquities by the 
iniquity of thy traffic ; therefore, will I bring forth a 
fire amidst of thee; it shall devour thee, and I will 
bring thee to ashes upon the earth in the sight of 
all them that behold. All they that know thee 
among the people shall be astonished at thee. Thou 
shalt be a terror, and never shalt thou be any more. 

They had all three been standing leaning against 
the railing of the bridge; and they now turned and 
walked towards the gateway, the Elder's cart which 
had been waiting along side of the road near the 
bridge, followed in the rear. 

As the sun shone warm and bright, and it being 
only a short distance to the quarters, they decided to 
walk. 

“There are so many things that seem so hard for 
me to understand,” said Wing. “Now here is the 
Sergeant, who seems worried and troubled for the 
past month or so. 

“Why, Elder, when I first became acquainted 
with him he appeared as happy as any mortal could 
wish to be, now he seems worried about the position 


The; Escort or an Emperor. 77 

fate has placed him in. It seems your teaching is 
causing unrest with both of us. 

“We have studied your Bible very much of late, 
sometimes in his quarters; sometimes at my uncle’s 
home who has noted a great change in me and is 
becoming very concerned. In fact, I have every 
reason to believe he has consulted with his friend, 
the Doctor of the University, who returned a few 
weeks ago from a visit to his home in America. 

“But I was going to speak to you about the com- 
mandments. 

“This seems to be continually on Stanley’s mind; 
Is it not so Sergeant?” 

“Yes,” said Stanley in his deep, clear tone, “I feel 
as though the Lord was striving with me daily. 
But there are so many things come up which try to 
excuse my position. 

“This morning I was reading in Joshua of the 
cities of refuge which were appointed for the slayer 
to dwell in, and yet God gave the commandment. 
Thou shalt not kill.” 

“Now,” replied Wood, “if you read on a little 
carefully I think you will find it makes it clear, that 
if a man was a slayer, his brethren should not pun- 
ish him until he had received a fair trial. 

“You may get some light on this subject from the 
lesson I will give at the quarters, as some of the 
soldiers were anxious to study about the two laws.” 

By this time they reached the double gateway, 
guarded by a man in uniform. They turned to 


78 Thj: Escort an Empe:ror. 

their right and entered a door into a long narrow 
room, containing a row of canvas cots extending 
along the wall. 

Seated on two roughly made benches on either 
side of an improvised table composed of boards 
resting on two trusses were three men apparently 
waiting for the Elder. Before them were maga- 
zines and papers of recent date, but their minds were 
occupied on something better. 

After greeting, and explaining of Stanley and 
Wing’s presence they seated themselves. Wood 
opened his Bible and began immediately with the 
lesson on, “The Two Laws.” 

It will be my aim this afternoon to show you 
there are two laws recorded in God’s Word, this I 
will show with references found in Neh. 9 : 13, 14. 

Thou earnest down also upon Mount Sinai, and 
spakest with them from heaven, and gavest them 
right judgments and true laws, good statutes and 
commandments. 

And madest known unto them thy holy Sabbaths 
and commandedst them precepts, statutes and laws, 
by the hand of Moses thy servant. 

Stanley spoke up saying, “Do you mean to say. 
Elder, the Lord speaks of one of these laws as one 
He himself gave the people and the other, one which 
Moses made?” 

I think we will turn to 2 Kings 21 : 8 and see 
what God says about it. 


The Escort oe an Emperor. 79 

Neither will I make the feet of Israel move any 
more out of the land which I gave their fathers; 
only if they will observe to do according to all that 
I have commanded them, and according to all the 
law that my servant Moses commanded them. 

Now I want to show you how much was included 
in the law the Lord spoke by turning to Deut. 4 : 
12, 13. 

And the Lord spake unto you out of the midst of 
fire : ye heard the voice of the words, but saw no 
similitude, only ye heard a voice. And he declared 
unto you his covenant, which he commanded you to 
perform, even ten commandments; and he v/rote 
them upon two tables of stone. 

“Don’t you think,” inquired Wing, “there would 
have been more included in this than the ten com- 
mandments ?” 

Just let me read a verse here, Deut. 5 : 22. These 
words the Lord spake unto all your assembly in the 
mount out of the midst of the fire, of the cloud, and 
of the thick darkness with a great voice; and he 
added no more. And he wrote them in two tables 
of stone, and delivered them unto me. 

I would like to show you now how the other law 
was spoken. 

Turning to Gal. 3 : 19, he read. Wherefore then 
serveth the law? It was added because of trans- 
gressions, till the seed should come to whom the 
promise was made ; and it was ordained by angels 
in the hand of a mediator. 


80 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

I will also read Heb. 2 : 2. 

For if the word spoken by angels was steadfast, 
and every transgression and disobedience received 
a just recompense of reward. 

It has always seemed so wonderful to me that the 
law of God was written on substance from which 
it could not be erased. 

Deut. 5 : 22. These words the Lord spake unto 
all your assembly in the mount out of the midst of 
the fire, of the cloud, and of the thick darkness, with 
a great voice, and he added no more. And he wrote 
them in two tables of stone and delivered them unto 
me. 

Corporal Keene, to whom the Elder had come to 
give this reading, now asked. “Do you suppose. 
Elder Wood, the Lord actually wrote these him- 
self?” 

I certainly do, answered Wood, I think Deut. 9 : 
10, will bear me out in it. 

And the Lord delivered unto me two tables of 
stone written according to all the words, which the 
Lord spake with you in the mount out of the midst 
of the fire, in the day of the assembly. 

He then read Deut. 10 : 1-6. 

“If the ten commandments were written by God, 
who wrote the other law ?” asked Stanley. 

We might turn to and read Deut. 31 : 24. 

And it came to pass when Moses had made an end 
of writing the words of this law in a book, until 
they were finished. 


The: Escort or an Emperor. 81 

You see Moses wrote this law, and that he wrote 
it in a book. 

Now by reading Deut. 31, 26, we can learn where 
this book was kept. 

Take this book of the law, and put it in the side 
of the ark of the covenant of the Lord your God, 
that it may be there for a witness against thee. 

Now we know the law of Moses was kept in the 
side of the ark, and next we will learn where the 
ten commandments were placed. Deut. 10 : 5. 

And I turned myself and came down from the 
mount and put the tables in the ark which I had 
made; and there they be, as the Lord commanded 
me. 

Now as the commandments were placed inside 
the ark, you can see they occupied separate places. 

Verse 7 of Psalms 19 speaks of God’s law in this 
manner. 

The law of God is perfect, converting the soul, 
the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the 
simple. 

Rom. 7 : 12 says. Wherefore the law is holy, 
and the commandments holy, just and good. 

I would like to read you Eze. 20 : 24, 25, also Heb. 
7: 19. 

Because they had not executed my judgments, 
but had despised my statutes and had polluted my 
Sabbaths, and their eyes were after their father’s 
idols. 


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82 The) Escort ot an Emperor. 

Wherefore I gave them also statutes that were 
not, and judgments whereby they should not live. 

“Now Stanley, how long do you think the law 
of God is to remain in force?” asked the Elder. 

Well, I suppose it will stand as long as there 
is any one on earth to obey it. 

We might turn and read Ps. Ill : 7, 8. 

The works of his hands are verity and judgment, 
all his commandments are sure. 

They stand fast forever and ever, and are done in 
truth and uprightness. 

Then also read Ps. 119, 142, 172, and Isa. 51 : 6 
and 7. 

Now to show you how Christ regarded the per- 
petuity of the law, we will read Luke 16 : 17, 18. 

And it is easier for heaven and earth to pass, than 
one title of the law to fail. 

Whosoever putteth away his wife, and marrieth 
another, committeth adultery; and whosoever mar- 
rieth her that is put away from her husband com- 
mitteth adultery. 

A great many attempt to prove that faith in 
Christ makes void this law. 

We will read Rom. 3 : 31. 

Do we then make void the law through faith? 
God forbid, yea we establish the law. 

Stanley then asked, “Who are under this law?” 
and Elder Wood read Rom. 3 : 19. 

Now we know that what things soever the law 
saith, it saith to them who are under the law ; that 


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every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may 
become guilty before God. 

Now we will read Rom. 4 : 15, and see if this was 
not in full force at the present, could it condemn 
the whole world. 

Because the law worketh wrath; for where no 
law is, there is no transgression. 

‘Ts it necessary for Christians to keep the law of 
Moses?” asked Wing. 

I will read you one or two texts found in Acts 15 : 
5, 6 and 24. 

But there rose up certain of the sect of the 
Pharisees which believed saying that it was need- 
ful to circumcise them and to command them to 
keep the law of Moses. 

And the apostles and elders came together for to 
consider of this matter. 

For as much as we have heard, that certain 
which went out from us have troubled you with 
words, subverting your souls, saying. Ye must be 
circumcised and keep the law : to whom we gave no 
such commandment. 

Now we will try to find how long this law was to 
remain in force, spoke the Elder. Read Gal. 3 : 19. 

Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added 
because of transgressions, till the seed should come 
to whom the promise was made; and it was or- 
dained by angels in the hand of a meditator. 

So you see my freinds this law of Moses stood 
until the coming of the meditator. 


84 Th^ Escort or an Emprror. 

We will now see to whom the seed here men- 
tioned are referred to by reading verse 16 the same 
chapter. 

Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises 
made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many ; but 
as of one. And to thy seed, which is Christ. 

I will show you what place this law occupied in 
the word of God previous to the death of Christ by 
reading Gal. 3 : 24. 

Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring 
us unto Christ that we might be justified by faith. 

Keene now asked if the ancient people did not 
have the gospel ; and Wood again referred them to 
Gal. 3 : 8. 

And the scripture foreseeing that God would 
justify the heathen through faith, preached before 
the gospel unto Abraham saying. In thee shall all 
nations be blessed. 

“Then is it necessary for us to keep the law of 
God?” asked Wing. 

It certainly is, answered Wood as he carefully 
read 1 John 5 : 3. 

For this is the law of God, that we keep His 
commandments and His commandments are not 
grievous. 

Could a truthful person love God and not keep 
His commandments? asked Elder Wood. We will 
read 1 John 2 : 4. 

He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not His 
commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him. 


The Escort or an Emperor. 85 

Now the Lord could not answer prayers very well 
of those who have turned away from the law. You 
will see this by reading Prov. 28 : 9. 

He that turneth his ear away from hearing the 
law even his prayer shall be abomination. 

It requires more than our own strength to keep 
the law says Rom. 7 : 14.-25, and as the Elder fin- 
ished reading he placed emphasis on the last verse 
which reads, I thank God through Jesus Christ our 
Eord. So then with the mind I myself serve the 
law of God; but with the flesh the law of sin. 

Wood now asked. Will those who are looking 
forward to the second coming of the Saviour keep 
the law ? Rev. 14 : 12, Rev. 22 : 2-14. 

He finished the 14th verse with. Blessed are they 
that do his commandments, that they may have right 
to the tree of life, and may enter in through the 
gates into the city. 

If we truly keep this law will we want to break 
one part of it ? 

We will read what James 2 : 10, 11 says of it. 
For whosoever shall keep the whole law and yet 
offend in one point, he is guilty of all. 

For, he that said. Do not commit adultery said 
also. Do not kill. Now if thou commit no adultery, 
yet if thou kill, thou art become a transgressor of 
the law. 

The keen eyes of the Elder noticed Stanley start 
perceptibly as he finished reading. 


86 Thu Escort of an Em furor. 

The other soldiers seemed unaffected, but looked 
in amazement as Wood read from Ex. 16 : 27, 28. 

And it came to pass that there went out some of 
the people on the seventh day for to gather, and 
they found none. 

And the Lord said unto Moses, How long refuse 
ye to keep my commandments and my laws? 

As soon as the Elder ceased speaking, Stanley 
spoke up saying, “I see right now that I am the 
violator of another commandment; which one is it. 
Elder?’’ 

Elder Wood looked sad as he said. It is the fourth 
one this time, Stanley. It is being broken by mil- 
lions of Christians, some of whom do not realize it. 

You will find the commandments of God, plain 
and easy to be understood after you have once began 
to obey them. 

He now read Deut. 30 : 11 to 14. 

For this commandment which I command thee 
this day, it is not hidden from thee neither is it far 
off. 

It is not in heaven, that thou shouldest say. Who 
shall go up for us to heaven and bring it unto us, 
that we may hear it and do it ? 

Neither is it beyond the sea, that thou shouldest 
say. Who shall go over the sea for us, and bring it 
unto us that we may hear it and do it. 

But the word is very nigh unto thee, in thy mouth 
and in thy heart, that thou mayest do it. 


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87 


Now we have the testimony of one who spoke of 
keeping the commandments. I will read you Ps. 
119 : 59 , 60 . 

I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto 
thy testimonies. 

I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy com- 
mandments. 

The Elder finished reading remarking, is this not 
a safe example for us to follow? 

The evening was drawing on and they must close 
their study, each man going to his place of abode. 




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CHAPTER IV. 

'"the sabbath/^ at prince wing's home. 

Yena Wing was busy tidying her father's home. 
Upon the highly polished floors were fur rugs, made 
from animals trapped in the mountains of Mongolia, 
and transported across the great desert into the 
capital city of the plains, where they were pur- 
chased by the wealthy inhabitants, who loved rich 
furnishings to decorate their homes. 

, Yena was a great favorite of her father. After 
starting a large mahogany music box into operation, 
she proceeded to arrange her father’s chair resting 
on a beautiful deer-skin rug. 

The music was a Chinese tune composed to ap- 
pease the wrath of the demon of the house, or 
(house god) to whom most Chinese appeal when 
special sacrifice was wont to be made. 

This idol was usually eight or ten inches in height, 
and placed on a stand in some room of the residence 
where he could be appealed to in time of trouble. 

It was one day taken from its place by her father 
after reading a large book, now occupying the place 
once held by the image with the hideous carved 
head. 

Yena, unlike her father and cousin, had never 
studied English, so it was impossible for her to 
read the book. 


90 


Thi: Escort ot an Emperor. 

It was not surprising when the music box played 
that she hummed the familiar tune as she flitted 
about her task tidying. In expensive closna vases 
were large bouquets of artificial flowers. 

Upon the walls were pictures, the output of na- 
tive artists, contrasting with the decorated ceilings 
with colors of many tints that never seemed to lose 
their brightness. As she arranged the books on the 
stand containing the Bible her fingers carefully 
opened the seal covers, while her eyes looked eagerly 
upon the engravings between the leaves. 

Her cousin had only a short time before told her 
of the many wonderful things to be found in this 
book. How she longed to read it as she gazed on 
the different illustrations her cousin had explained. 

She had often listened to her father, cousin and 
Sergeant Stanley discussing this great book, but 
could not understand them as they spoke in a 
foreign language. 

How different was this pleasant faced man in 
uniform, she thought, to those who acted so shame- 
fully when they returned from the Emperor’s Court, 
occupying its temporary place of refuge far off in 
the interior city. 

How bold these men on outpost duty had looked, 
liow rude they had treated her father as they le- 
lieved him of his silver and many valuable pieces of 
jewelry they had taken with them in their hasty 
flight. But their uniforms were of different make 
than the one worn by this friend of her cousin. 


The: Escort or an Emprror. 91 

She asked Su why the uniforms worn by 
foreigners differed so much ; he explained that they 
represented the great nations of the world. 

“What nation does your Sergeant friend rep- 
resent?” she asked in her own language. Upon his 
explanation, as he dwelt upon the fine treatment he 
received from Stanley’s countrymen, she proceeded 
with her home duties, wondering why it was her 
countrymen did not resemble her cousin’s friend 
more. 

Yena closed the book and going to the end of the 
large room swung open two lattice windows with 
thin, white paper coverings. 

In the rear compound were several small dwell- 
ings. From one of these her mother emerged cross- 
ing from one compound to another. 

She glanced up at the open window smiling pleas- 
antly at her daughter, then continued on the daily 
routine of directing the homes of her husband’s 
under wives, being six or seven in number. 

There were no children in these homes of the 
prince, except Yena, whose mother ruled and kept 
harmony over all the household. 

The girl had just finished her task as her father 
and cousin entered. 

“Uncle,” the nephew was saying, “I would like 
to ask a favor. During the past few weeks, my 
friend, Stanley, and I have been studying the Bible 
together, with an Elder Wood, who has charge of 
the Sunlight Mission. We have had considerable 


92 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

light given us on the Bible; would you not like to 
have a study with us here in your home?’^ 

The Prince smiled saying, Oh, this Elder Wood 
is the man my good friend, the Doctor, has warned 
me against. 

Nothing would please me better than to get this 
man’s ideas on the Bible. 

Ever since my good friend. Doctor Westfield, 
warned me, it has been my greatest curiosity to meet 
him. 

Young Wing was very much pleased and ar- 
ranged for the study the following evening, while 
the uncle planned to have Doctor Westfield there 
without his nephew’s knowledge. 

When Wing presented the invitation at the Mis- 
sion, the Elder, who was grateful for this oppor- 
tunity, talked it over with his wife and sister and 
they decided Margaret should accompany him as 
there might be a possibility of bringing the Truth 
before the ladies of the Prince’s household. 

As the shades of evening began to settle about 
on the date set for the reading, Yena and her mother 
arranged the lights under the direction of Su, who 
moved about in pleasant anticipation of the evening 
before him. 

He was taken back, however, when the short, 
stout Dr. Westfield arrived. 

After shaking hands with the family, he and the 
Prince seated themselves by a fire conversing to- 
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the Doctor’s witty remarks. Their conversation 
was interrupted by the appearance of Stanley. 

As young Wing introduced him, the Doctor sized 
up the well developed Sergeant from head to foot, 
then opened up a bombardment of questions, Stan- 
ley thinking it would yet be necessary for him to 
give his full geneology. 

Then the Elder and sister arrived, who were in- 
troduced and when presented to Yena and her 
mother, they were greatly surprised to hear this 
golden haired, blue-eyed lady begin conversing in 
their own tongue. 

The men had gathered in a circle near the fire- 
place. 

The Doctor began talking with the Elder on the 
Sabbath. “Mr. Wood,” he said, “I cannot under- 
stand why your denomination lay so much stress on 
the seventh day Sabbath. You are simply follow- 
ing old Jewish tradition by propounding the identi- 
cal day idea. We believe in an institutional Sab- 
bath as well as you do and teach that its observ- 
ance is essential for the Christian’s welfare, but 
Mr. Wood, if our Lord had taught us this Jewish 
day was to continue after his resurrection it is logic 
to believe His resurrection would have taken place 
upon the Sabbath day.” 

The Prince, his nephew and Stanley were inter- 
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sat back a little distance explaining to them the con- 
versation between the Doctor and the Elder. 

‘‘Why, my dear friend, your identical day is pre- 
posterous. The earth being round it would be im- 
possible to worship all over the world on the same 
day. This alone is proof that the Lord never in- 
tended his people to worship on any fixed day.” 

As Dr. Westfield ceased speaking, the Elder an- 
swered : By the Providence of God we find the date 
line has been established about the middle of the 
great Pacific Ocean, from where the natural day 
begins and where the natural day ends ; so in cir- 
cumnavigating the globe the twenty-four hours is 
laid down or picked up by the traveler out on 
the ocean, where it is uninhabited and affects no 
one except the travelers, who accept the day as it 
comes to them. 

This makes it reasonable to believe the Lord in- 
tended us to observe the day set apart in creation. 

You believe. Doctor, that God’s Word is inspired 
do you not? 

Then we will take this book for proof. They all 
agreed to this proposition and Elder Wood sug- 
gested taking up a study on the proper observance 
of the Sabbath. 

First of all I want to read the Ten Command- 
ments. 

Opening their Bibles to Ex. 20, he read them in 
a clear, loud tone. 


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When he came to, Thou shalt not commit adult- 
ery the Prince moved uneasily in his chair, as he 
thought of the concubines in the rear of the com- 
pound. 

I want to ask if any of you know the name the 
Bible gives to the day preceding the Sabbath. 

Well, Doctor, will you please read Mark 15 : 42. 
He slowly turned the pages and carefully read. And 
now when even was come, because it was the 
preparation, that is the day before the Sabbath. 

You may also read Luke 23 : 54. 

And that day was the preparation, and the Sab- 
bath drew on. 

Now do you not think this was the same Sabbath 
Jesus taught upon in the synagogue? The Doctor 
admitted it was. 

To show how they were to prepare in ancient days 
for the Sabbath I will ask Stanley to read Ex. 16 : 
22, 23. 

And it came to pass, that on the sixth day they 
gathered twice as much bread; two omers for one 
man; and all the rulers of the congregation came 
and told Moses. And he said. That is that which 
the Lord hath said. Tomorrow is the rest of the 
Holy Sabbath unto the Lord, bake that which ye 
will bake today, and seeth that ye will seeth and 
that which remaineth over lay up for you to be kept 
until the morning. 

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upon the Sabbath, if you properly observe it we 
will turn to Ex. 35 : 3. 

Mr. Wing, you may read this if you will please. 
Ye shall kindle no 'fires throughout your habitations 
upon the Sabbath day. 

I will endeavor to show how the Christian women 
observed the Sabbath. He now asked the Prince 
to read Luke 23 : 54, 55, 56. And that day was the 
preparation and the Sabbath drew on. 

And the women also, which came with him from 
Galilee, followed after, and beheld the sepulchre, 
and how his body was laid. 

And they returned and prepared spices and oint- 
ments ; and rested the Sabbath day according to the 
commandments. 

Now I will read the fourth commandment and 
show you how many were commanded to rest on 
the Sabbath. Ex. 20 : 10. 

But the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord 
thy God, in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, 
nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor 
thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor the stranger 
that is within thy gates. 

What are we to call the Sabbath? 

Dr. Westfield read Isa. 58 : 13. 

If thou turn away thy foot from the Sabbath, 
from doing thy pleasure on my holy day and call 
the Sabbath a delight, the holy of the Lord, honor- 
able; and shalt honor him, not doing thine own 


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ways, nor finding thine own pleasure, nor speaking 
thine own words. 

Now, Doctor, I would like to ask you when the 
Sabbath begins ? 

We generally observe it from midnight until 
midnight, answered the Doctor. 

We will have Stanley read us Lev. 23 : 32. 

It shall be unto you a Sabbath of rest, and ye 
shall afflict your souls ; in the ninth day of the 
month at even, from even unto even shall ye cele- 
brate your Sabbaths. 

Now we will ask Mr. Wing to read Deut. 16 : 6, 
to show us when evening begins. 

But at the place which the Lord thy God shall 
choose to place his name in, there thou shalt sacri- 
fice the passover at even, at the going down of the 
sun, at the season that thou earnest forth out of 
Egypt. 

You may also read verse 32 of Mark 1. 

And at even when the sun did set they brought 
unto him all that were diseased and them that were 
possessed with devils. 

If we are anxious for the Sabbath to pass to 
resume our worldly business or work do we love 
the Sabbath? 

Wood asked the Prince to read Amos 8 : 4 to 8. 

Hear this, O ye that swallow up the needy, even 
to make the poor of the land to fall. 

Saying, When will the new moon be gone, that 
we may sell corn ? and the Sabbath, that we may set 


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forth wheat, making ephah small and the shekel 
great, and falsifying the balances by deceit? 

That we may buy the poor for silver, and the 
needy for a pair of shoes, yea and sell the refuse of 
the wheat? 

The Lord hath sworn by the excellency of Jacob, 
Surely I will never forget any of their works. 

Shall not the land tremble for this, and everyone 
mourn that dwelleth therein? and it shall rise up 
wholly as a flood; and it shall be cast out and 
drowned, as by the flood of Egypt. 

I want to read Neh. 13 : 15, and show you it is 
wrong to transact business on the Sabbath. 

In those days saw I in Judah some treading wine 
presses on the Sabbath, and bringing in sheaves, 
and lading asses ; as also wine, grapes and figs, and 
all manner of burdens, which they brought into 
Jerusalem on the Sabbath; and I testified against 
them in the day wherein they sold victuals. 

We will also see if it is lawful to do good on the 
Sabbath. Mat. 12: 11, 12. 

And he said unto them. What man shall there be 
among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall 
into a pit on the Sabbath day, will he not lay hold 
on it, and lift it out? 

How much more then is a man better than a 
sheep? Wherefore it is lawful to do well on the 
Sabbath day. 

Now we will see if it is right to satisfy hunger 
on the Sabbath. 


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At that time Jesus went on the Sabbath day 
through the corn ; and his disciples were an 
hungered, and began to pluck the ears of corn, and 
to eat. 

Have we an example of the Saviour attending 
public worship on the Sabbath? 

I will read Luke 4 : 16-31. 

And he came to Nazareth where he had been 
brought up, and as his custom was, he went into 
the synagogue on the Sabbath day and stood up to 
read. 

And came down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, 
and taught them on the Sabbath days. 

Acts 13 : 14 says the apostles set the same ex- 
amples. 

And when they departed from Perga, they came 
to Antioch in Pisidia, and went into the synagogue 
on the Sabbath day, and sat down. 

Also read Acts 16 : 13 and chapter 17 : 2, also 
chapter 18 : 4, 11. 

Now we will see what the apostle John calls the 
Sabbath. Turning to Rev. 1 : 10, he nodded to 
Stanley to read. 

I was in the spirit on the Lord’s day and heard 
behind me a great voice, as of a trumpet. 

Now we will see what the Lord’s day is. Ex. 20 : 
8 to 12. 

Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six 
days shalt thou labor, and do all thy work: But 
the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God; 


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in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, 
nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy maid- 
servant, nor thy cattle, nor the stranger that is 
within thy gates. 

For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, 
the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the 
seventh day; wherefore the Lord blessed the Sab- 
bath day and hallowed it. 

Also read Isa. 58 : 13, and Mark 2 : 27, 28 reads. 
And he said unto them. The Sabbath was made for 
man, and not man for the Sabbath. Therefore the 
Son of man is also Lord of the Sabbath. 

So as we understand the scripture. Doctor, the 
Sabbath must surely be the Lord’s day. 

Now if you have any scriptural references where 
the Lord commanded the first day of the week was 
to be His Sabbath after His resurrection we will be 
very glad to study them with you. 

The Doctor called to mind where the disciples 
had gathered to break bread on the first day of the 
week. Acts 20 : 7, 1 Cor. 16:1 and Rev. 1 : 10. 

Our marginal readings direct us to these refer- 
ences as proof that it was the first day of the week 
upon which the Saviour was resurrected for His 
Sabbath. 

As the Jews rejected Jesus we as Christians 
deem it necessary to worship on the day of His 
resurrection and not on the Jewish Sabbath.” 

But you see, said Elder Wood, God gave the 


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seventh day Sabbath before there were any Jews. 
Gen. 2 : 3 proves this without a doubt. 

And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified 
it; because in it he had rested from all his work 
which God created and made. 

Furthermore the only Saviour we have to trust 
in is Jesus Christ, who was a Jew according to 
flesh, the apostles and prophets were Jewish, we 
have no other than Jewish scripture and then Jesus 
himself said. Salvation is of the Jews. 

We will turn to John 4 : 22, and read this. 

Ye worship, ye know not what; we worship what 
we worship; for salvation is of the Jews. 

Now what did Matthew mean in the sixth year 
of the Christian Church? He did not mean the 
first day of the week, but the day before the first 
day. 

I will just read you Matt. 28 : 1. 

In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn 
toward the first day of the week, came Mary Mag- 
dalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 

Mark 16 : 1, says. And when the Sabbath was 
passed, Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of 
James and Salome had bought sweet spices, that 
they might come and anoint him. 

Now you see he also meant the first day of the 
week. 

Now, Doctor, if the Sabbath had been changed 
at the resurrection of Christ, Mark would surely 
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And Luke who wrote twenty-eight years after, 
also meant the Sabbath was the day before the first 
day of the week ; for he says in chapter 23 and verse 
56. And they returned, and prepared spices and 
ointments; and rested the Sabbath day, according 
to the commandments. 

And John in the sixty-third year of the Christian 
Church speaks of the Sabbath the same as the others 
do. 

Let us turn and read John 20 : 1. 

The first day of the week cometh Mary Magda- 
lene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre 
and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre. 

What did the writer of the Acts of the Apostles 
mean thirty years after the Christian Church was 
fully commenced? 

He speaks often of the Sabbath, but only once 
mentions the first day of the week and then it is 
quite distinct from the Sabbath. 

I would like to read Acts 13, 14, 42, 44 ; also Acts 
20: 7. 

Elder Wood finished reading the different refer- 
ences, while the Doctor sat in deep meditation. 

The Prince smiled as he looked upon the counte- 
nance of his friend. 

Stanley and Wing sat close together reading over 
the last references, while Margaret gave an account 
of the reading to Yena and her mother. 

After a few moments. Wood again said. You see 
if the apostles of God always called the seventh day 


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the Sabbath, ten, twenty-eight and sixty- three years 
after the church was fully commenced it must cer- 
tainly be the Sabbath day now. 

Anyone giving any other day this name is using 
a title nowhere found in the New Testament. 

You may say I am using harsh judgment, but the 
scripture says. This is an hard saying who can bear 
it? I do not wish to judge anyone, but the word 
the Lord hath spoken, the same shall judge you in 
the last day. 

John 12: 48. He that rejecteth me and receiveth 
not my words, hath one that judgeth him : the word 
that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the 
last day. 

We will also read Rom. 2:16. 

In the day when God shall judge the secrets of 
men by Jesus Christ according to my gospel. 

At this juncture young Wing spoke up, “Elder, 
it seems as though your Sabbath day has been 
changed; I would like to know who changed it.’^ 

Well, said Wood, as foretold by the prophets and 
apostles, the Papacy has done violence to this law. 

I will call your attention to Ez. 22 : 26. 

Her priests have violated my law, and have pro- 
faned mine holy things, they have put no difference 
between the holy and profane, neither have they 
shewed difference between the unclean and the 
clean, and have hidden their eyes from my Sabbaths 
and I am profaned among them. 


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Now I will read you from the prophecy of Daniel 
found in chapter 7, verse 25. 

And he shall speak great words against the Most 
High, and shall wear out the saints of the Most 
High, and think to change the times and the law 
and they shall be given into his hand until a time 
and times and the dividing of time. 

I would like to call your attention to the first 
law on record as a weekly day of observance, hu- 
man or divine, by Constantine A. D. 321, who at 
that time was heathen Ernperor of Rome and a sun 
worshipper. 

Let all the judges and townspeople, and the oc- 
cupation of all trades, rest on the venerable day of 
the sun, but let those who are situated in the coun- 
try, freely and at full liberty attend to the business 
of agriculture. 

Given the seventh day of March, Crispus and 
Constantine, being consuls, each of them for the 
second time 321. Corpus Juris Civilis Codicis, lib, 
iii, lit, 12 : 3, also Schafif Herzog Ency, art. “Sun- 
day Legislation.” 

In 325, Sylvester, bishop of Rome, authorita- 
tively, bestowed upon the Sunday the title of Lord’s 
Day. This was needed to supplement Constantine’s 
heathen decree. 

See Historia Ecclesiastical per M Ludovicum 
cent. 4 chapter 10 pp. 739, 740, ed Basilea 1624 
library of Andover Theological Seminary. When 
in the years 364-65, a council was held at Laodicea, 


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apostasy had so far advanced, the following law 
was passed : 

Christians must not Judaize by resting on the 
Sabbath but must work on that day; rather honor- 
ing the Lord’s day resting if they can as Christians. 
If any were found Judiazing, (or resting on the 
Sabbath day) let them be accursed from Christ. 
Index Canonum p. 259. 

The Papacy claims she has changed the Sabbath 
and that her ability to do this is a proof of her au- 
thority. For proof of this statement I refer you to 
their Doctrinal Catechism. 

Now my friends as I have given you these his- 
torical facts of who changed the Sabbath I would 
like you to turn to chapter 7 of Daniel and read 
when Daniel’s first view of the future was given. 

In the first year of Belshazzar, king of Babylon, 
Daniel had a dream and visions of his head upon 
his bed ; then he wrote the dream, and told the sum 
of the matter. 

We will read verse 2 and 3 and learn what he 
saw in this vision. 

Daniel spake and said, I saw in my vision by 
night, and behold, the four winds of the heaven 
strove upon the great sea. 

And four great beasts came up from the sea, 
diverse one from the other. 

I guess we will see what is denoted by wind 
spoken of here, turn to Zech. 7 : 14. 


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But I scattered them with a whirlwind among all 
the nations whom they knew not. Thus the land 
was desolate after them, that no man passed through 
nor returned; for they laid the pleasant land deso- 
late. 

We will also read Rev. 17 : 15 and see what sea 
denotes. 

And he saith unto me. The waters which thou 
sawest, where the whore sitteth, are people, and 
multitudes and nations and tongues. 

We will now see what the beast spoken of means. 
Read Daniel 7: 17. 

These great beasts which are four, are four kings 
which shall arise out of the earth. 

Now let us see what the king denotes. 

Elder Wood read verse 23 of the same chapter. 
Then he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth 
kingdom upon the earth; which shall be diverse 
from all kingdoms, and shall devour the whole 
earth, and shall tread it down and break it in pieces. 

If this fourth beast is the fourth kingdom then 
it is fair to say the first beast is the first kingdom. 

From historical knowledge we believe this first 
kingdom to be Babylon. 

Now we will try and show by what symbol that 
kingdom was represented in this prophecy. Daniel 
7:4. 

The first was like a lion, and had eagle’s wings; 
I beheld till the wings thereof were plucked and it 
was lifted up from the earth, and made stand upon 


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the feet as a man, and a man’s heart was given it. 

The following reference shows how Medo-Persia 
was represented. Daniel 7 : 5. 

And behold another beast, a second, like to a bear 
and it raised up itself on one side and it had three 
ribs in the mouth of it between the teeth of it, and 
they said thus unto it. Arise devour much flesh. 

Let us read how Grecia was represented. Dan. 
7: 6. 

After this I beheld, and lo another, like a leopard, 
which had on the back of.it four wings of a fowl; 
The beast had also four heads; and dominion was 
given to it. 

The prophets represent pagan Rome in the fol- 
lowing manner. Daniel 7 ; 7. 

After this I saw in the night visions, and behold 
a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible and strong ex- 
ceedingly, and it had great iron teeth, it devoured 
and break in pieces and stamped the residue with 
feet of it, and was diverse from all the beasts that 
were before it, and it had ten horns. 

Now the prophet made a request in regard to this 
fourth beast. 

We will read verses 19 to 22 and see what it was. 
Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, 
which was diverse, from all the others exceeding 
dreadful, whose teeth were in iron, and his nails of 
brass, which devoured, break in pieces and stamped 
the residue with his feet. And of the ten horns 
that were in his head, and of the other which came 


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up, and before whom three fell; even of that horn 
that had eyes, and a mouth that spake very great 
things, whose look was more stout than his fellows. 

I beheld and the same horn made war with the 
saints, and prevailed against them. Until ancient 
of days came judgment was given to the saints of 
the Most High, and the time came that the saints 
possessed the kingdom. 

We will show by verse 23 what explanation was 
given him. 

Thus he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth 
kingdom upon earth, which shall be diverse from all 
kingdoms, and shall devour the whole earth, and 
shall tread it down, and break it in pieces. 

Young Wing getting more interested spoke up 
saying, “Elder, do you mean to say this fourth 
beast represents the power that changed the Sab- 
bath?’’ 

Yes, the Elder replied, as the Doctor looked at 
him and smiled. 

We believe this prophecy we are now reading is 
on historical record, and has been fulfilled. 

Now by turning to verse 14 of chapter 7 we will 
learn what the ten horns represent. 

And there was given him dominion, and glory, 
and a kingdom, that all people, nations and lan- 
guages, should serve him, his dominion is an ever- 
lasting dominion which shall not pass away, and his 
kingdom that which shall not be destroyed. 

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clear the ten horns showing the division of the 
Roman Empire. 

The Roman Empire was at last divided into ten 
parts, between the years A. D. 351 and 483. These 
divisions were the Huns, Ostrogoths, Visogoths, 
Franks, Vandals, Suevi, Burgundians, Heruli, 
Anglo-Saxons and Lombards. 

These are now known as England, France, Ger- 
many, Austria, Prussia, etc. See Newtons on the 
Prophecy, Machiavelli, Gibbon, etc. 

The prophet sees a change taking place among 
these ten horns, said Elder Wood, as he read verse 
eight. 

I consider the horns, and behold, there came up 
among them another little horn before whom there 
were three of the first horns plucked up by the 
roots, and behold, in his horn were eyes like the 
eyes of man and a mouth speaking great things. 

We will look at verse 24, (last part) and learn 
what this denotes. 

And another shall rise after them, and he shall be 
diverse from the first and he shall subdue three 
kings. 

Now this prophecy was fulfilled by the rise of the 
Papacy A. D. 538, a few years after the ten king- 
doms arose. 

His triple crown indicates that three crowns gave 
way before him by the subjections of Heruli, Van- 
dals and Ostrogoths who opposed the decree of the 
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Justinian, the pope, was made the ecclesiastical 
power of the world. 

We have a further description given of the same 
power in verse 25 of Daniel 7. 

And he shall speak great words against the Most 
High and shall wear out the saints of the Mo.st 
High ; and think to change times and law ; and they 
shall be given into his hand until a time and times 
and dividing of time. 

You can see the change made in the law of God 
by the Papacy by reading the last part of verse 25. 

We will turn to Ex. 20 : 8 to 12 and learn what 
part of God’s law relates to time. 

Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six 
days shalt thou labor and do all thy work. But the 
seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God; 
in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, 
nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy maid- 
servant, nor thy cattle, nor the stranger that is with- 
in thy gates. 

For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, 
the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the 
seventh day, whereas the Lord blessed the Sabbath 
day and hallowed it. 

See Ency. Brit, in the article on Sunday, showing 
Constantine made the first law for the observance 
of Sunday. Also Ency. Americana, article Sab- 
bath. 

Prynn’s Dissertation on the Lord’s day 1633 p. 
163. Catholics Decrees, Dr. Justin Edwards Sab- 


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Ill 


bath Manual p. 123. Dialogues on the Lord’s day 
chapter 259. Dictionary of Chronology p. 313, 
article Sunday. Doctrinal Catechism p. 101 and 
Abridgement of Christian Doctrine p. 57. 

In Daniel 7 : 25, last part, tells how long the 
Papacy was to have power over the law. 

I would like to ask how long it means by time, 
times and the dividing of time? 

We will turn to Rev. 13 : 5 and read, replied 
Wood. 

And there was given unto him a mouth speaking 
great things and blasphemies ; and power was given 
unto him to continue forty and two months. 

And verse 14 of chapter 12 reads : 

And to the woman was given two wings of a 
great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, 
into her place, where she is nourished for a time, 
times and a half time, from the face of the serpent. 

Now we may read the verse 6 also. 

Now the woman fled into the wilderness where 
she hath a place prepared of God, that they should 
feed her there a thousand two hundred and three 
score days. 

In Jewish reckoning thirty days to a month time, 
times and a half time or (dividing of time) is 
equivalent to three and one-half years, or forty-two 
months would make 1260 days as you read in Rev. 
12 : 6 . 

By this it will be seen all the statements referring 
to the period of Papal supremacy are the same. 


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Now to understand what a day in prophecy means 
we will turn to Ez. 4 : 6. 

And when thou hast accomplished them lie again 
on thy right side and thou shalt bear the iniquity of 
the house of Judah forty days. I have appointed 
each day for a year. 

Then also read Num. 14: 34. 

The Doctor looked up remarking, “Then Mr. 
Wood by your reckoning the 1260 days which you 
have summed up would be 1260 years of our 
calendar time.” 

Yes, replied Wood, I will refer you to Gibbons 
Rome chapter 41, pages 528, 529, five vol. edition, 
and Catholic History by Liberatus, chapter 22, page 
224. This period would end in 1798. 

Now I will show you what took place in 1798, to 
mark the closing of this period. 

We will read Daniel 7 : 26. 

But the judgment shall sit and they shall take 
away his dominion, to consume and to destroy it 
unto the end. 

And now I will read Rev. 3 : 10. 

Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, 
I also will keep thee from the hour of temptations 
which shall come upon all the world, to try them 
that dwell upon the earth. This prophecy was also 
fulfilled when Pope Pius VI was taken prisoner in 
1798 by Berthier, a French general, later dying 
in exile ; after which the Papal government at Rome 
was abolished. See Ency. article Rius or Berthier. 


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We will turn to Daniel 7: 11 and read what was 
to follow the consuming of this power. 

I beheld then because of the voice of the great 
words which the horn spake. I beheld even till the 
beast was slain and his body destroyed and his 
body given to the burning flame. Also read verse 
27. 

I will read 2 Thes. 2 : 8 and we will see how this 
power is to be disposed of. 

And then shall that which be revealed, whom the 
Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, 
and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming. 

Let us see how long the kingdom of God will 
stand ; by reading Daniel 7 : 18. 

But the saints of the Most High shall take the 
kingdom forever even forever and ever. 

We will learn also who is to be king and ruler of 
this kingdom in the verses 13 and 14. 

And I saw in the night visions, and behold, one 
like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven 
and came to the ancient of days and they brought 
him near before him. 

And there was given him dominion, and glory, 
and a kingdom, that all people, nations and lan- 
guages should serve him, his dominion is an ever- 
lasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and 
his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed. 

In reading Rev. 21 : 7, we will learn who can 
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He that overcometh shall inherit all things and 
I will be his God and he shall be my son. 

Also read Gal. 3 : 29. 

Elder Wood closed his Bible, and Margaret, who 
had been explaining the study as it progressed to 
the two women, passed out some tracts printed in 
their own language, not forgetting the Doctor with 
some printed in English. 

Bidding the Prince and his family good-night, 
they departed all together. On reaching the street 
the Doctor stepped into the waiting jinrikasha and 
was drawn away into the darkness by two China- 
men, one pulling the little two-wheeled vehicle by 
a pair of shafts in front, while the other assisted by 
pushing in the rear. 

Stanley walked along with Wood and Margaret 
until they came to Chin street, where he left them, 
as their ways separated here. 


CHAPTER V. 

DKCIDDD AT LAST. 

Klder Wood had placed on his overcoat prepara- 
tory to making a visit to a small village outside the 
east gate near the imperial hunting park. 

There was a worker at this point whom he visited 
from time to time to instruct and assist in his 
duties. 

As he buttoned his coat, he left thankful in his 
heart for the many blessings showered on him of 
late. 

How thankful he was that Stanley and Wing 
after weeks of study of the Bible acknowledged they 
had seen the Truth. 

Stanley had said, “Elder, I am convinced of the 
Sabbath truth and feel also the consciousness as a 
violator of the sixth commandment. 

“But my term of enlistment does not expire for 
about one-half a year yet. 

“You know what army discipline is. It seems to 
me it would be impossible for a man to serve God 
conscientiously, and at the same time serve his coun- 
try in the capacity of a soldier. 

“You haven't any idea what persecution this 
would bring upon me, to keep holy God’s Sabbath 
day, and he repeated Gen. 2 : 3. And God blessed 


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the seventh day and santified it, because that in it 
he had rested from all his work which God created 
and made. 

''And, furthermore, I have sworn to obey my 
superiors. 

“If the occasion should arise, and I would be 
sent into the front with a command to kill, cr it 
would be necessary for me to give orders when out 
with my platoon to fire on our enemy how could I 
avert breaking the commandment?” 

Wood had answered him, urging that he step out 
regardless of his position. 

You cannot comprehend. Sergeant, how powerful 
the Lord is when you are obedient; how he will 
clear the entanglements about you. Put your trust 
in him, sacrifice everything, for you can never repay 
full the sacrifice made for you. 

But the Sergeant hesitated. 

How surprised he was as Wing admitted the 
Sabbath truth, and declared his willingness to step 
out whenever the Sergeant did. 

Wood did not urge them farther, but left it all 
with the Lord. 

It was different with the Prince. He admitted the 
truth had been taught, but the duties he owed to his 
government would not justify him in stepping out 
for the Lord. 

One day while riding in his rikasha along the 
street, Dr. Westfield recognized Elder Wood and 
halted him. 


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117 


They conversed over the Sabbath proposition for 
considerable time ; the Doctor admitted a great num- 
ber of denominations were preaching theology in- 
stead of scripture. But how are you going to avert 
this when your congregation want this sort of 
preaching? Our bread and butter depend on pleas- 
ing our congregation. 

Why, just think Elder Wood, the time we minis- 
ters spend on our education, attending theological 
seminaries, preparing ourselves for the ministry, 
and then also think of the enormous expense we 
have fitting ourselves for God’s service. 

My contention is that no man is able to proclaim 
the gospel to the world except they undergo this 
system of training. 

Look at the great minds we have to contend with ; 
minds of millions who receive the highest education 
our colleges and seminaries can give them. 

As the Elder’s mind traveled back for an instant 
over his struggle for the little scraps of learning he 
had earned from time to time, a great comfort filled 
his heart as he thought of the poor ignorant fisher- 
men whom the lone Galilean had chosen to pro- 
claim the gospel truth. 

Then again, the thought of the great pompous 
ceremony of the temple service. (John 7 : 14.) 

Now about the midst of the feast Jesus went up 
into the temple and taught. 

And the Jews marveled saying, How knoweth 
this man letters having never learned? 


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Jesus answered them and said, My doctrine is 
not Mine, but his that sent me. 

The Doctor then called his attention to Mat. 22, 
quoting verses 37, 38, 39. 

Jesus said unto him. Thou shalt love the Lord 
thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul and 
with all thy mind. 

This is the first and great commandment. 

And the second is like unto it. Thou shalt love thy 
neighbor as thyself. 

You see. Elder, these are the two commandments 
given by Christ himself for us to obey, and I can- 
not understand why we should concern ourselves 
about the Sabbath. 

For, said the Saviour, on these two command- 
ments hang all the law and the prophets. 

Wood answered the Doctor by pointing out (in 
verse 35) that Jesus had been tempted by the ques- 
tion, Which is the greatest commandment in the 
law? 

The first answer. Thou shalt love the Lord thy 
God with all thy heart and with all thy soul and 
with all thy mind, covers the first four command- 
ments, showing our duty to God. 

Second, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thy self, 
covers the last six and shows our duty to man. 

On these two the ten commandments were based, 
and on this hangs all the law and the prophets. 

They did not discuss this any farther, the Elder 
bidding the Doctor good-day went on his way. 


The Escort oe an Emperor. 119 

As the weather was rather cold he placed a 
muffler about his neck, bidding his family good-bye 
started off on his day’s work. 

While Margaret was preparing for her day’s 
duties, she consulted Mue Sang, the chapel organist, 
who, while attending school preparing herself for 
the work in the broad harvest field, lived at the 
mission. Mue, she said, you were speaking to me 
of the arrangements made with your family to have 
a Bible study. Is not this the date we were to go out 
there ? 

With a smile hovering about her mouth, the 
Chinese girl answered in the affirmative. 

How she had looked forward to this day. Her 
family had begun to walk in the light and the read- 
ing today was given preparatory to taking them 
into the church. 

I will be ready to go with you after dinner, said 
Margaret, and they both continued on with their 
different duties ; the Chinese girl humming some of 
the beautiful hymns she had learned in the mission, 
while Miss Wood often found herself thinking of 
the soldier Stanley. 

How earnestly they had prayed for him and his 
friend Wing. She wondered if they would have the 
courage to stand by their convictions. 

Would they let go the world with its many pit- 
falls to entice its victims into everlasting miseries ? 

After dinner as she was preparing for her journey 


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she heard Mrs. Wood inviting Stanley and Wing 
into the sitting room. 

Stanley had asked if the Elder was at home. 
Upon being informed of his absence he explained. 
As this is Sunday we soldiers are excused from all 
duties. 

Our Chaplains have this day for ministering to 
the spiritual welfare of the men. 

As Mr. Wing’s department excuses him from any 
labor on Sunday we decided to come over to the 
mission where we could secure more light on the 
scriptures with the help of the Elder. 

I am certainly glad you came, said Mrs. Wood, 
and am very sorry the Elder is absent from home. 

Margaret now entered the room already for her 
afternoon trip. 

The Elder’s wife explained the situation at the 
same time exclaiming, perhaps they would like to 
accompany you and Mue on your afternoon visit, 
in this way they could have the benefit of your 
lesson. 

Both men accepted the invitation gladly, and the 
little party left the mission proceeding along Lega- 
tion street for a short distance; they then turned 
down a crowded thoroughfare lined with thousands 
of Celestials, who were causing a great din by offer- 
ing their wares to the public. 

On both sides of the street were shops of every 
description, the narrow sidewalks being crowded 
with merchandise. 


The Escort or an Emperor. 121 

Along the outer edge of the street were open air 
eating booths, some of them containing large bell 
shaped kettles under which were fires heating the 
contents of square pieces of meat, garlic and pota- 
toes, this was mixed with water sending up an 
odorous vapor. Men were crowded around these 
booths elbowing one another to get a place at the 
narrow board counter to order a bowl of this mix- 
ture. Removing the cash from a string dangling 
at their side, they settle for their purchase, take up 
a pair of chop sticks and devour the food with a 
relish. 

There were also other booths containing articles 
of food familiar to the native for sale here. 

Crowding the streets were hundreds of venders 
offering silks, furs and clothing of every variety. 

The little party often found it difficult to make 
their way through the crowded thoroughfares. 

They sometimes passed long rows of tonsorial 
chairs occupied by men whose heads would shine 
under the skillful touch of the razor. 

In passing open air picture shows with musical 
attractions it was almost impossible to hear one an- 
other speak. Around these would be crowded hun- 
dreds waiting for a chance to pass along the stalls 
to look in through the square glass openings at the 
painted pictures arranged to display them to the best 
advantage. 

After more than an hour’s walking through this 
crowded street, they left it and turned into a nar- 


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rower one packed more densely with humanity than 
the first. 

Miss Wood shuddered as they passed groups of 
thinly clad men, with dull expressionless faces, 
many of them having on filthy, tattered garments. 

Wing explained, that this street was the wonder 
of the city. 

It was situated near the Emperor’s palace con- 
taining millions of wealth, and yet under the shadow 
of the very walls surrounding it were thousands on 
the verge of starvation, with scarcely clothing 
enough to cover them, some of their faces covered 
with ugly sores, showing agonized suffering. 

They walked by narrow streets or passages 
scarcely wide enough to permit two persons to 
travel side by side. 

‘"This is the floating population,” said Wing, 
Thousands passing to and fro have no homes. 
They pick up what few crumbs they can gather; 
when this means fail they are driven to desperation, 
they steal anything that is before them, and, then 
there is the result. He had pointed his finger to a 
post at the edge of the walk, with a wooden arm 
from which was suspended a net holding a human 
head. 

That poor victim, he said, with a slight tremor in 
his voice was perhaps yesterday roving the street, 
driven by circumstances to commit a deed causing 
the sharp blade of the executioner to sever his head 


The; Escort or an Emprror. 123 

from the body. Some days hundreds are thus dis- 
patched for trying to keep life in their bodies. 

We have no prisons, but the blade of the execu- 
tioner is kept dyed red, while his long apron is 
spotted with stains from the innocent. 

^‘Miss Wood,” he exclaimed, “that is why your 
religion appeals to me, it places a high value on hu- 
man life.” 

As Stanley heard his last remark, his face be- 
came pale while through his brain whirled the 
thought that troubled him so much of late. Thou 
shalt not kill. 

Margaret noticed his changed expression and 
wondered what had came over this stalwart soldier, 
if he who had braved so many dangerous positions, 
would be frightened at the severed head dangling 
before them. 

Next they passed a post with a man stripped to 
the waist and lashed fast with outstretched arms. 
This punishment is meted out for a less serious 
crime. Perhaps this victim will stand in this posi- 
tion in the cold with half-naked body until he is 
partly frozen. Then after gaining his freedom, he 
is without means to provide food to warm up his 
half frozen body, in this crazed condition he siezes 
anything before him, and there is another victim for 
the executioner. 

They now enter a street leading through Imperial 
City. This was less crowded and Stanley asked if 
they cared to enter the park to see the Budda monu- 


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ment. As they all said they would like this very 
much, the Sergeant approached the guard sta- 
tioned at a gateway a short distance from the street 
who permitted them to pass in. 

The park was clothed in winter apparel, under the 
bare trees lay beds of brown leaves which had let 
go of their summer fastenings as the cold blasts 
forced the sap down into the roots beneath the soil, 
depriving them of the nutriment which kept them 
green under the warm, tender smile of the summer 
sun. 

They followed a gravelled pathway leading to an 
elevated spot in front of a large deserted Budda 
temple, the ministering priest having fled with the 
Emperor. 

In front of this stood a wonderful monument 
dedicated to Budda. On its top was the figure with 
its crossed feet, while encircling it from top to bot- 
tom were over nine hundred heads, denoting the far 
reaching branches of Buddism. 

The Chinese girl trembled as Wing said, *'Do 
you know what it would mean if I were to be dis- 
covered here by one of the priests ? 

“The chances are, my head would be dangling in 
a net suspended from the gateway, where we passed 
yonder guard, as these grounds are held sacred.” 

Mue Sang looked at her friend Margaret with a 
frightened expression and requested that they leave 
the place. 


The Escort or an Emperor. 125 

This they did, and after a short walk they turned 
into a narrow street and soon reached the home of 
Mue. 

Her relatives were expecting them, as they had 
prepared hot tea, a custom practiced all over the 
country. 

After Wing and Stanley were introduced they 
seated themselves upon a wooden bench near a 
small clay stove, heating the plainly furnished room 
used for sleeping, cooking, eating and all general 
household purposes. 

At the farther end of the room with its earth 
floor was built a long flat fireplace with two or three 
draughts ; over this was the family bed, upon which 
were seated four or five small children. Upon the 
face of the youngest, a child about three years of 
age, could be discerned lines of suffering. 

Mue took the little girl on her lap and examined 
the tiny feet that had been bound many months be- 
fore. 

With strenuous effort she had persuaded her rela- 
tive's to unbind the small delicate feet, preventing 
their growth, a custom practiced to make the women 
of this land look more refined and which had also 
caused millions of little children to suffer for years, 
and even go through life in a crippled condition for 
the sake of society. The girl looked at her relatives 
seated about the room, who were anxiously waiting 
to begin. 


126 Th^ Escort an Emperor. 

After prayer was offered by Mue, Margaret be- 
gan the reading in Chinese. They all understood 
except Stanley, he being able to follow them as 
Wing interpreted the references in English. 

The adults of the home had signified their inten- 
tion of becoming Sabbath keepers, so they took up 
a study on baptism. 

We will all please turn to Mat. 28 verse 16 and 
first of all see what commission God gave His dis- 
ciples. Miss Wood read, the others repeating it to- 
gether afterward. 

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing 
them in the name of the Father and of the Son and 
of the Holy Ghost. 

You see by this they were sent out to all nations 
to baptize, which was to last until the end of the 
world as you will read in verse 20 of the same 
chapter. 

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever 
I have commanded you; and, lo, I am with you 
always even unto the end of the world. Amen. 

The apostles taught for everyone to be baptized. 

We will next read Acts 2 : 38. 

Then Peter said unto them. Repent, and be bap- 
tized everyone of you in the name of Jesus Christ 
for the remission of sins and ye shall receive the 
gift of the Holy Ghost. 

Wing then asked Miss Wood how this baptism 
was given. 


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We will read John 1 : 26 and see how John bap- 
tized. 

John answered them saying, I baptize with water, 
but there standeth one among you whom ye know 
not. 

To show where John usually baptized we will 
read Mat. 3 : 5 and 6. 

Then went out to him Jerusalem, and all Judea, 
and all the region round about Jordan 

And were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing 
their sins. 

Now we will read John 3 : 23 and see that John 
baptized where there was plenty of water. 

And John also was baptizing in Enon near to 
Salim because there was much water there, and 
they came and were baptized. 

Stanley now asked how many kinds of baptism 
there were: You know. Miss Wood, nearly every 
denomination has a different way of baptizing. 

I think Eph. 4 : 5 will explain this very pointedly. 

One Lord, one Faith, one baptism. 

You see by this, Mr. Stanley, there is only one 
true baptism, now we might learn if this takes 
place in water. Mat. 3 : 16. 

And Jesus when he was baptized, went up 
straightway out of the water; and, lo, the heavens 
were opened unto him, and he saw the spirit of God 
descending like a dove, and lighting upon him. 

Now if it was necessary for Jesus to come up out 


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of the water after his baptism, we surely would be 
willing to follow his example. 

Acts 8: 36-38, will show us both administrator 
and candidate go into the water. 

And as they went on their way, they came unto a 
certain water and the eunuch said. See here is 
water ; what doth hinder me to be baptized ? 

And Philip said. If thou believest with all thine 
heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I 
believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. 

And he commanded the chariot to stand still : and 
they went down both into the water, both Philip 
and the eunuch; and he baptized him. 

Now we will read Acts 2 : 38 and learn what the 
promise was to those who repent and be baptized. 

Then Peter said unto them. Repent and be bap- 
tized everyone in the name of Jesus Christ, for the 
remission of sins and ye shall receive the gift of the 
Holy Ghost. 

Wing asked if the Holy Spirit was given after 
the baptism. 

Margaret then read Luke 3 : 21-22. 

Now when all the people were baptized, it came 
to pass that Jesus also being baptized, and praying, 
the heaven was opened. 

And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape 
like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven 
which said. Thou art my beloved Son, in thee I am 
well pleased. 

Also read Acts 8 : 12-17. Then we will read Acts 


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129 


10, 44-47 and see if it was ever given before bap- 
tism. 

While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy 
Ghost fell on all them that heard the Word. 

And they of the circumcision which believed were 
astonished, as many as came with Peter because 
that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of 
the Holy Ghost. 

For they heard them speak with tongues and 
magnify God. Then answered Peter, can any man 
forbid water that these should not be baptized, 
which have received the Holy Ghost as well as we? 

‘'Was it sufficient for them to be baptized with 
the Spirit?” asked Stanley. 

Well, replied Miss Wood, we will read Acts 10 : 
46-48 and see what is said here. 

For they heard them speak with tongues and 
magnify God. 

Then answered Peter, can any man forbid water 
that these should not be baptized which have re- 
ceived the Holy Ghost? 

And he commanded them to be baptized in the 
name of the Ford. Then prayed they him to tarry 
certain days. 

We will turn to Mat. 3 : 1, 2, 7 and 8 and see 
what should precede baptism. 

In those days came John the Baptist, preaching 
in the wilderness of Judea, 

And saying, Repent ye, for the kingdom of 
heaven is at hand. 


130 Th^ Escort an Emperor. 

And when he saw many of the Pharisees and 
Saddusees come to his baptism he said, O genera- 
tion of vipers who hath warned you to flee from the 
wrath to come? 

Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance. 

Stanley, who had been very much impressed with 
the reading, spoke up and said, “Miss Wood, this 
reference undoubtedly shows that baptism alone 
would not make you right with God.” 

No, said Miss Wood, we must have repentance 
first or baptism would be a mock. 

You can see by the Acts of the Apostles that 
repentance precedes baptism. Acts 2:37, 38. 

Now when they heard this, they were pricked in 
their hearts, and said unto Peter, and to the rest of 
the apostles. Men and brethren what shall we do? 

Then Peter said unto them. Repent, and be bap- 
tized everyone of you in the name of Jesus Christ 
for the remission of sins and ye shall receive the 
gift of the Holy Ghost. 

The following reference will show faith also must 
precede baptism, without faith we cannot believe. 
Mark 16: 15, 16. 

And he said unto them. Go ye into all the world 
and preach the gospel to every creature. 

He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved, 
but he that believeth not shall be damned. Also 
read Acts 8 : 35- 37. 

Wing asked Margaret how a person would get 
faith. 


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She read him Romans 10 : 17. 

So then faith cometh by hearing and hearing by 
the word of God. 

You will find by this next reference, Mr. Wing, 
this knowledge will be given to children. Deut. 
1: 39. 

Moreover your little ones, which ye said should be 
a prey, and your children which in that day had no 
knowledge between good and evil, they shall go in 
thither and unto them will I give it, and they shall 
possess it. 

By reading Rom. 6 : 3, 4, 5 we learn of what 
baptism is a likeness. 

Know ye not, that so many of us as were bap- 
tized into Christ were baptized into his death ? 
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into 
death, that like as Christ was raised up from the 
dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also 
should walk in newness of life. For if we have 
been planted together in the likeness of his death, 
we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection. 
Also read Col. 2 : 12. 

Now we will learn how soon after conversion 
baptism may be applied, many thinking it necessary 
to be on probation for months and months before 
being baptized. 

Stanley winced. “Miss Wood,’^ he asked, “if you 
were in my position and repented, would you be 
baptized, thus bringing persecution upon yourself ?” 

She read from the following Acts 16 : 25-33 : 


132 Ti-ie Escort or an Emperor. 

And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed and sang 
praises unto God and the prisoners heard them. 

And he took them the same hour of the night and 
washed their stripes and was baptized, he and all 
his straightway. 

Now, Mr. Stanley, you see the jailer and all his 
family were immediately baptized upon conversion. 

I want to read you one reference in Luke 9 : 61, 
62. And another also said. Lord, I will follow thee, 
but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at 
home at my house. 

And Jesus said unto him. No man having put 
his hand to the plough and looking back is fit for 
the kingdom of God. 

Now we will see what those rejected who refused 
the baptism of John. 

I will read from Luke 7 : 29, 30. 

And all the people that heard him, and the pub- 
licans justified God, being baptized with the bap- 
tism of John. 

But the Pharisees and lawyers rejected the counsel 
of God against themselves, being not baptized of him. 

This shows the Pharisees rejected the counsel of 
God, by refusing baptism. 

Next we will see what those are said to have put 
on who are baptized. Gal. 3 : 27. 

For as many of you as have been baptized into 
Christ, have put on Christ. 

We will turn to 1 John 2 : 6 and see how they 
should walk who have put on Christ. 


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He that saith he abideth in him ought himself 
also to walk even as he walked. 

Now we are said to be baptized into something 
else. We will read Rom. 6 : 3 and see what it is. 

Know ye not, that so many of us as were bap- 
tized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? 

Let us turn and read Luke 12 : 50 and see if Jesus 
speaks of his sufferings as baptism. 

But I have a baptism to be baptized with, and 
how am I straightened till it be accomplished? 

If we would be true followers of Him we will be 
partakers of this same baptism, let us read Mat. 
20: 23. 

And he saith unto them. Ye shall drink indeed of 
my cup, and be baptized with the baptism that I 
am baptized with; but to sit on my right hand and 
on my left, is not mine to give, but it shall be given 
to them for whom it is prepared of my Father. 

Also read Phil. 1 : 29 and 2 Tim. 2 : 11, 12. 

Miss Wood then closed her Bible, talking with 
the four or five candidates who expected to be taken 
into the Church the following Sabbath. 

She and Mue had spent many days at the home of 
the Chinese girl’s relatives. It had been very dif- 
ficult for them to destroy the little family god they 
had been taught from childhood to look up to and 
worship. 

But the Lord knew these honest hearts, directing 
his servants to search them out, to prepare a people 
of every kindred, tongue and nation for the new life. 


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As it was growing late the little party took their 
departure, Miss Wood giving them some instruc- 
tions in their preparation for the next Sabbath. 

They took a different route returning. At Chin 
street they passed Dr. Westfield in his rikasha, with 
two sturdy Chinamen dressed in black, going as fast 
as their legs could carry them. 

He recognized the party by bowing and tipping 
his hat to the ladies. 

“Miss Wood,” said Stanley, “I have never been 
able to bring myself to ride in one of those rikashas. 
It makes me feel as though I would be making a 
beast of burden out of humanity.” 

She answered him, “We never travel in this man- 
ner at the mission, and always teach our members 
against such a practice. If we are truly humble we 
will never commit a deed to make others feel be- 
neath us. We have the example of our Saviour in 
humbleness. This we use in our church ordi- 
nances.” 

As they were walking along a quiet street she 
opened her Bible to John 13, and read to him from 
verse two, finishing with verse 17. If ye know these 
things, happy are ye if ye do them. 

I have always felt this way, she said, if we be- 
lieve a thing and teach it, it is our duty to practice 
this and live it out. 

Upon arriving at the mission, they found the 
Elder already there. 

After greeting them he said, I hope you have had 


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a pleasant afternoon. My wife has been telling me 
of your visit with Margaret and Mue. 

“Elder Wood/’ replied Stanley, “I have fully 
made up my mind this afternoon to keep the Sab- 
bath. 

“Your sister has been telling me, you have sev- 
eral candidates to be taken into your church next 
Sabbath. If you wish you may consider me a candi- 
date also.” 

Wing glanced at the Sergeant’s face, that had 
taken on an expression he had never seen there be- 
fore. 

He moved restlessly in his chair a second or two, 
then removing a small knife from his pocket, he 
began with decision to cut off the long nail of the 
little finger that had been polished and cherished 
from childhood as a mark of superstition. 

Then removing the long string of beads from 
about his neck, he deliberately tossed them into the 
fire, where they sputtered and hissed, while the 
Elder and Stanley looked at one another in aston- 
ishment. 

“Elder Wood,” he said, “I wish to become a 
candidate also.” 

The Elder’s reply was, “Let us pray.” 

The three men bowed before the Heavenly 
Father, while the angels of mercy heralded the 
glad tidings for the great victory just won. 

Mrs. Wood and Margaret hesitated at the door, 
as they looked in upon the scene. 


136 This Escort of an Emperor. 

After the prayers were finished they were told of 
the decision made by the two men, and upon urgent 
invitation, Wing and Stanley remained for supper, 
this bringing up a conversation on the diet. 

Elder Wood suggested they have a short reading 
on Health and Temperance. There is no greater 
problem before the public today than this. 

Now to first show how God regards the health 
of his people I will read 3 John 2. 

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest 
prosper, and be in health, even as thy soul pros- 
pereth. 

The next text shows how eating and drinking 
should be done. 1 Cor. 10 : 31. 

Whether, therefore, ye eat or drink, or whatso- 
ever ye do, do all to the glory of God. 

I think it will be well to learn how much of our 
person is affected by Bible religion. 

We will read 1 Cor. 6 : 19, 20. 

What? know ye not that your body is the temple 
of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have 
of God, and ye are not 'your own? 

For ye are bought with a price ; therefore glorify 
God in your body and in your spirit which are 
God’s. Also read 1 Thes. 5 : 23. 

Now we find our bodies are the temple of God. 

Let us turn to 1 Cor. 3, verses 16 and 17. 

Know ye not that ye are the temple of God and 
that the spirit of God dwelleth in you ? 


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If any man defile the temple of God, him shall 
God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which 
temple ye are. 

I will read Dan. 1 : 8 and show you the body can 
be defiled by food. 

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would 
not defile himself with the portion of the king’s 
meat, nor with the wine which he drank; therefore 
he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he 
might not defile himself. 

We will now see what sort of food Daniel re- 
quested. Read verse twelve of the same chapter. 

Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days ; and 
let them give us pulse to eat and water to drink. 

Almost everyone knows this pulse is similar to 
beans or lentils. Do you believe, Stanley, that you 
could receive strength enough on a vegetable diet 
to perform your duties as a soldier? 

“Well, Elder,” he replied, “I scarcely believe I 
could, we soldiers think our strength is all derived 
from meat.” 

By reading Dan. 1 : 10 we will see what his ex- 
perience was. 

And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, 
I fear my lord the king, who hath appointed your 
meat and your drink; for why should he see your 
faces worse looking than the children which are of 
your sort ? then shall ye make me endanger my head 
to the king. 


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Dan. 1 : 15 shows us the result. 

And at the end of the ten days their countenances 
appeared fairer and fatter in flesh than of the chil- 
dren which did eat the portion of the king’s meat. 

Now we will learn what the scriptures say of 
those who strive for the mastery, and the Elder 
read 1 Cor. 9 : 24, 25. 

Know ye not that they which run in a race run 
all, but one receiveth the prize? So run that ye 
may obtain. 

And every man that striveth for the mastery is 
temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain 
a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. 

This reference shows men who strive for the 
mastery do it for a crown which is corruptible ; now 
we want to see what the apostle Paul did for an 
incorruptible. 1 Cor. 9 : 26, 27. 

I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, 
not as one that beateth the air. 

But I keep under my body, and bring it into sub- 
jection: lest that by any means when I have 
preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. 

Now it will be well for us at this point to learn 
what diet God originally intended for man. Gen. 
1: 29. 

And God said. Behold I have given you every 
herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the 
earth, and every tree, in which is the fruit of a tree 
yielding seed, to you it shall be for meat. 


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Now we will see what sort of flesh God forbid 
man to eat or even touch. Deut. 14 : 8. 

And the swine, because it divideth the hoof, yet 
cheweth not the cud, it is unclean unto you : ye 
shall not eat of their flesh nor touch their dead car- 
cass. 

A low whistle issued from the lips of Stanley, 
while Wing and the Elder looked at him with a 
smile. 

Pork is one of our principal foods, we use it in 
emergency and out of emergency. 

Brother Stanley, you will find after trying a vege- 
table and fruit diet you will never think of reverting 
to flesh eating again. 

I will try to show you the physical uncleanness 
recognized before the time of the Jews. Gen. 7: 
1 and 2. 

And the Lord said unto Noah, Come thou and all 
thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen right- 
eous before me in this generation. 

Of every clean beast thou shalt take to thee by 
sevens, the male and his female; and of the beasts 
that are not clean by two, male and his female. 

Now the apostle Peter shows that his vision was 
not designed to inform him that there was any 
change in the physical fitness of the various animals 
for food, but to teach him that he should make no 
distinction in men. We will read Acts 10 : 28. 

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an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep 
company or come unto one of another nation; but 
God hath shewed me that I should not call any man 
common or unclean. 

We will next see what the Lord says about those 
who profess to be holy and yet eat swine’s flesh, by 
reading Isa. 65 : 4, 5. 

Which remain among the graves, and lodge in 
the monuments, which eat swine’s flesh and broth 
of abominable things is in their vessels. 

Which say. Stand by thyself, come not near to 
me, for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke 
in my nose, a fire that burneth all the day. 

Wing then asked, what would become of those 
who continued to eat the swine flesh. 

The scripture is very explicit on this said the 
Elder and he began reading Isa. 66 : 15, 16, 17. 

For behold, the Lord will come with fire and 
with his chariots like a whirlwind, to render his 
anger with fury, and his rebuke with flames of fire. 

For by fire and by his sword will the Lord plead 
with all flesh and the slain of the Lord shall be 
many. 

They that sanctify themselves and purify them- 
selves in the gardens behind one tree in the midst, 
eating swine^s flesh, and the abomination, and the 
mouse, shall be consumed together, saith the Lord. 

The Lord had a special object in changing the 
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We will read Deut. 8 : 3 to learn what this is. 

And he humbled thee and suffered thee to hunger, 
and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, 
neither did thy fathers know; that he might make 
thee know that man doth not live by bread alone, 
but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth 
of the Lord doth man live. 







CHAPTER VL 

WAI^KING IN lylGHT. 

The morning following the last visit to the mis- 
sion, Robert Stanley lay on his canvas cot in the 
temple quarters. The early morning light was 
growing stronger outside and began creeping in 
through the lattice windows, so as to outline two 
rows of cots similar to his own, that extended along 
either side of the wide room in which he slept. 

First call for reveille was apt to sound any 
moment. 

Several of his comrades had begun stirring about 
under their heavy blankets, like himself waiting for 
the first note of the bugle to call them out for their 
day’s duty. 

This was the first morning since he had decided 
to walk in the Light which the Lord had spread 
about for all who choose to be guided by its won- 
derful rays. Yes, he said to himself, I must begin 
this new day with prayer, and yet he shuddered at 
the thought of his comrades seeing him. 

He had not prayed since a child at his mother’s 
knee, or just before crawling into his little trundle 
bed. 

Would it not be just as well to pray and ask God’s 
blessing as he lay there, the Lord could hear him 
just the same. 


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This great reader of hearts would know his sup- 
plication was honest. Then he could evade the 
jeers of his comrades, while into his mind crept the 
text of Phil. 4: 6. 

Be careful for nothing, but in everything by 
prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your 
requests be made known unto God. Be careful for 
nothing; was he being careful? Yes, he was trying 
to hide his true motives. His square jaws twinged 
slightly and he thought ‘‘Satan, get thee hence.” 

The bugle call rang in his ears bringing him out 
of his bunk immediately. With deliberation he 
dressed himself, then kneeling by his cot he began. 
The only words coming to his mind were the Lord’s 
Prayer, and this he spoke out clear and distinct. 
Our Father which art in heaven 
Hallowed be thy name. 

Thy kingdom come 
Thy will be done. 

In earth as it is in heaven. 

Give us this day our daily bread, 

And forgive us our debts 
As we forgive our debtors, 

And lead us not into temptation. 

But deliver us from evil 
For thine is the kingdom, and the power 
and the glory 
Forever. Amen. 

This was probably the first prayer ever offered 
up to God from this temple of superstition. 


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The score and a half of men who slept in the 
room with Stanley, looked at their Sergeant as 
though they thought him bereft of his senses. Not 
one said a word until he had risen to his feet and 
descended to the room below, when some whistled, 
others laughed, and an old timer, who had served 
many enlistments, exclaimed with a sneer on his 
dissipated face, “Well, the Sergeant must surely be 
joss struck.’’ Then came the breakfast. The men 
lined up with their mess plates to receive their allot- 
ment of rations. 

Stanley could see the cook passing out long slices 
of bacon, swimming in grease, while into his mind 
flashed. Nor shalt thou touch its dead carcass. 

As he passed before the cook, that worthy had 
two large slices already upon his fork, but Stanley 
refused this, accepting some bread and potatoes. 

He passed on by the large coffee boiler, where the 
cook’s helper stood waiting to serve him with a 
dipper of black, steaming coffee. 

Stanley passed him by, the man calling out, “You 
have forgotten your coffee. Sergeant.” 

“Not any this morning, John,” he replied and 
filled his tin cup from a bucket containing cold 
water. 

He found a seat at the temporary table that had 
been arranged for their comfort at meal time. The 
others were seated about talking and laughing, 
many of them leaving their hats upon their heads, 
but they ceased their conversation as the Sergeant 


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removed his hat, and placing his food before him, 
bowed his head and asked God to bless it for its 
intended uses. He took little part in their conversa- 
tion, as he ate, but once when the old timer, who sat 
opposite, repeated an oath of blasphemy for Stan- 
ley’s special benefit, the Sergeant spoke in a gentle 
tone, “Jini, thou shalt not take the name of the Lord 
thy God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him 
guiltless that taketh His name in vain.” 

Stanley had rather unconsciously repeated the 
third commandment. 

The old fellow laughed at him gleefully, replying 
in return, “Sergeant, thou shalt not kill.” 

Stanley sighed and prayed in his heart. 

Next came the morning drill when it was his duty 
to reprove some for the lack of interest taken in 
their hour’s exercise. 

He, who had formally been a strict drill master, 
said not a word in reproof and as they halted for a 
few minutes’ rest, the men whispered to one another 
of the Sergeant’s changed condition. 

As the officers of this troop were all on stafif duty, 
it had fallen to Sergeant Stanley’s lot to command 
the second platoon of his troop, the body being 
divided for escort duty. 

As Stanley had been an obedient soldier, he filled 
this position well ; but this morning as he sat astride 
his faithful steed he wondered what would be the 
outcome of his changed life. 

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surely must have put off the old man and taken on 
the new. 

He would trust completely in the Lord, come 
what may. 

The Sabbath came upon the weekly inspection 
day ; how would he be able to be excused from this 
weekly duty? 

He knew he could secure a pass to be absent from 
one inspection, but after this he knew it would be 
impossible to be excused. 

He well knew under the strict discipline of the 
army it meant his reduction from the position of 
Sergeant to the ranks, then later the guard house 
for refusing to perform duty, then again it may all 
terminate with a dishonorable discharge from the 
service. 

Had he done right, should he go on, he thought 
as he patted the glossy neck of Tom, his faithful 
animal, who turned his head at his master’s gentle 
touch. 

Again his thoughts went back to the text Mar- 
garet Wood had read to him. Any man having put 
his hand to the plough and turning back hath no 
place in the kingdom of God. 

Yes, he would go on come what would. 

As the end of the week approached, Stanley be- 
came more devoted; trusting fully in the Lord it 
was easier for him to pray. 

He applied for the pass to excuse him from in- 


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spection on the Sabbath and after much difficulty, 
it had been granted. 

On the preparation day he brushed his clothes and 
had everything in readiness for the morrow, and 
as the sun sank from view in the west he proceeded 
to his bunk in the sleeping room, where he bowed on 
his knees to praise the Lord for having placed the 
desire in his heart to obey the commandments and 
keep holy the Sabbath day, after this he read Ez. 20, 
verse 20 seeming a comfort to him. And hallow 
my Sabbaths, and they shall be a sign between me 
and you, that ye may know that I am the Lord your 
God. 

On the following morning he arose and while at 
the stable feeding his horse, Wing put in his appear- 
ance. 

As they walked along together he said, “Well, 
Brother Wing, how has it been with you ?” 

“O, Brother Stanley, I have never known what 
happiness was until this week. Surprising to say at 
my uncle’s home they have done everything to en- 
courage me in my efforts to serve the Lord and 
keep holy the Sabbath day. 

“I am also excused from work today in the office 
where I am employed.” 

Stanley then gave Wing an account of his week’s 
experience. 

At the mission they were greeted by Elder Wood 
and family and the brethren. 

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Elder invited them to partake of the church ordi- 
nances. 

The services were opened with song and prayer, 
the subject then taken up was The Third Angel’s 
Message found in Rev. 14 : 9, 10. 

And the third angel followed them saying with a 
loud voice, If any man worship the beast and his 
image, and receive his mark in his forehead, or in 
his hand 

The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of 
God which is poured out without mixture into the 
cup of his indignation; and he shall be tormented 
with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy 
angels, and in the presence of the Lamb. 

Next we will turn to Rev. 14: 14 and learn what 
the next event was that followed this message. 

And I looked, and behold a white cloud, and 
upon the cloud one sat like unto the Son of man, 
having on his head a golden crown, and in his hand 
a sharp sickle. 

Now we will try and get a description of this 
beast that the angel warned man not to worship. 
Rev. 13. 

And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a 
beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and 
ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon 
his heads the name of blasphemy. 

And the beast which I saw like unto a leopard, 
and his feet were as the feet of a bear; and his 


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mouth as the mouth of a lion ; and the dragon gave 
him his power, and his seat, and great authority. 

And I saw one of his heads as it were wounded 
to death, and his deadly wound was healed ; and all 
the world wondered after the beast. 

And they worshipped the dragon which gave 
power unto the beast; and they worshipped the 
beast saying. Who is like unto the beast? who is 
able to make war with him? 

And there was given unto him a mouth speaking 
great things and blasphemies ; and power was given 
unto him to continue forty and two months. 

And he opened his mouth in blasphemy against 
God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, and 
them that dwell in heaven. 

And it was given unto him to make war with the 
saints, and to overcome them ; and power was given 
him over all kindred, and tongues and nations. 

And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship 
him, whose names are not written in the book of 
life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the 
world. 

To see what is given that we may further identify 
this power we will read Rev. 13 : 18. 

Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understand- 
ing count the number of the beast : for it is the 
number of a man : and his number is six hundred 
three score and six. 

It is claimed, spoke the Elder, this number is 
found on the Papal crown in the Vatican. You will 


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notice this verse refers to those having understand- 
ing to count, and it is said these words Vicarious 
Filei Dei written on the crown when counted in 
Latin numerals tally with the numbers here given 
666. We believe this same power is described in 
Dan. 7 : 23-25. 

Thus he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth 
kingdom upon earth, which shall be diverse from 
all kingdoms and shall devour the whole earth, and 
shall tread it down and break it in pieces. 

And the ten horns out of this kingdom are ten 
kings that shall arise; and another shall rise after 
them; and he shall be diverse from the first, and 
he shall subdue three kings. 

And he shall speak great words against the Most 
High, and shall wear out the saints of the Most 
High, and think to change times and laws ; and they 
shall be given into his hand until time and times and 
the dividing of time. Also 2 Thes. 2 : 3-10. 

Let no man deceive you by any means : for that 
day shall not come, except there come a falling 
away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son 
of perdition. 

Who opposeth and exalted himself above all that 
is called God, of that is worshipped: so that he as 
God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself 
that he is God. 

Remember ye not, that, when I was yet with you, 
I told you these things ? 


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And now ye know what withholdeth that he 
might be revealed in his time. 

For the mystery of iniquity doth already work : 
only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken 
out of the way. 

And then shall that wicked be revealed, who the 
Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, 
and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming. 

Even him, whose coming is after the working 
of Satan with all power and signs and lying 
wonders. 

And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness 
in them that perish ; because they received not the 
love of the truth, that they might be saved. 

Daniel made it plain what this power would 
think to do in clause three of Daniel 7 : 25. And 
think to change times and laws. To show what 
part of God’s law relates to time we will read Ex. 
20 : 8 - 11 . 

Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. Six 
days shalt thou labor and do all thy work. But the 
seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God. 

Now the Bible speaks of the conflicts with this 
beast as seen by Rev. 13 : 7 ; 15 : 2. 

And it was given unto him to make war with 
the saints, and to overcome them : and power was 
given him over all kindred and tongues and nations. 

And I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with 
fire : and them that had gotten the victory over the 
beast, and over his image and over his mark, and 


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over the number of his name, stand on the sea of 
glass, having the harps of God. 

We will turn to Rev. 13 : 11 and learn what else 
was seen by John. 

And I beheld another beast coming up out of the 
earth: and he had two horns like a lamb, and be 
spake as a dragon. 

We will read verses 14 and 15 of the same chapter 
and see what this beast was to do. 

And deceiveth them that dwell on the earth by the 
means of those miracles which he had power to do 
in the sight of the beast : saying to them that dwell 
on the earth, that they should make an image to the 
beast, which had the wound by a sword, and did 
live. 

And he had power to give life unto the image 
of the beast, that the image of the beast should both 
speak, and cause that as many as would not worship 
the image of the beast should be killed. 

We find the fourth commandment shows God’s 
authority and to show his mark, sign and seal upon 
this law we will read Ex. 31 : 16, 17. 

It is a sign between me and the children of Israel 
forever : for in six days the Lord made heaven and 
earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was 
refreshed. 

And he gave unto Moses, when he had made an 
end of communing with him upon Mount Sinai, two 
tables of testimony, tables of stone, written with the 
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In addition to the worship of the true God, what 
does the fourth commandment require? We will 
read Ex. 23 : 12. 

Six days tho^ shalt do thy work, and on the 
seventh day thou shalt rest : that thine ox and thine 
ass may rest, and the son of thy handmaid and the 
stranger, may be refreshed. 

To show what the earth will do when the in- 
habitants observe a time or day of rest we will read 
Lev. 25 : 1-4. 

And the Lord spake unto Moses in Mount Sinai, 
saying : 

Speak unto the children of Israel and say unto 
them. When ye come into the land which I give 
you, then shall the land keep a Sabbath unto the 
Lord. 

Six years thou shalt sow thy field, and six years 
thou shalt prune thy vineyard and gather in the 
fruit thereof. 

But in the seventh year shall be a Sabbath of rest 
unto the land, a Sabbath for the Lord : thou shalt 
neither sow thy field, nor prune thy vineyard. 

Also read 2 Chron. 36 : 21. 

The expression of the prophet shows the effects 
of those who worship the first beast. 

We will read Rev. 13 : 12. 

And he exerciseth all the power of the first beast 
before him, and causeth the earth and them which 
dwell therein to worship the first beast, whose 
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Now we will read and see what is threatened to 
those who refuse to worship the beast or his image. 
Rev. 13 : 15-17. 

And he had power to give life unto the image of 
the beast, that the image of the beast should both 
speak, and cause that as many as would not worship 
the image of the beast should be killed. 

And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and 
poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right 
hand or in their forehead. 

And that no man might buy or sell save he that 
had the mark or the name of the beast, or the num- 
ber of his name. To those who worship the beast 
and his image are threatened with the wrath of God 
poured out without mixture as seen in the third 
angel’s message. 

Now we should not fear to disobey the powers 
of earth, but we should fear to disobey God. Acts 
5: 29. 

Then Peter and the other apostles answered and 
said, we ought to obey God rather than man. 

We will read Rev. 15 : 1 and see what the un- 
mixed wrath of God is to be. 

And I saw another sign in heaven, great and 
marvelous, seven angels having the seven last 
plagues : for in them is filled up the wrath of God. 

We will see with what God’s wrath has been 
mingled in the past. Heb. 3 : 2. 

O Lord, I have heard thy speech and was afraid ; 
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in the midst of the years make known; in wrath 
remember mercy. 

We will see if Christ’s mediation ceases just be- 
fore his second coming to the earth by reading Rev. 
22 : 11 , 12 . 

He that is unjust let him he unjust still and he 
that is filthy let him be filthy still and he that is 
righteous let him be righteous still, and he that is 
holy let him be holy still. 

And behold, I come quickly, and my reward is 
with me, to give every man according as his work 
shall be. 

We will try and discover now what becomes of 
the beast and the false prophet and all those who 
worship them. Rev. 19, 20. 

And the beast was taken and with him the false 
prophet that wrought miracles before him, with 
which he deceived them that had received the mark 
of the beast and them that worshipped his image. 
These both were cast alive into a lake of fire burn- 
ing with brimstone. 

Now we will learn what is to become of those 
who overcome the beast in Rev. 15 : 2. 

And I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with 
fire, and them that had gotten the victory over the 
beast, and over his image, and over his mark and 
over the number of his name, stand on the sea of 
glass, having the harps of God. 

What song will be sung at this time? Rev. 15 : 3. 

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God and the song of the Lamb, saying great and 
marvelous are thy works, O Lord, God Almighty; 
just and true are thy ways thou king of saints. 

We will learn now how those give the third 
angel’s message here described by reading Rev. 14 : 
12 . 

Here is the patience of the saints, here are they 
that keep the commandments of God and the faith 
of Jesus. 

As the Elder finished his subject, he said, as this 
is the time for our quarterly meeting I will read 
from John 13 : 2-17. 

And supper being ended, the devil having now 
put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son to 
betray him, 

Jesus knowing that the Father had given all 
things into his hands, and that he was come from 
God, and went to God. 

He riseth from supper and laid aside his garments 
and took a towel and girded himself. 

After that he poured water into a bason and be- 
gan to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them 
with the towel wherewith he was girded. 

Then cometh he to Simon Peter and Peter saith 
unto him. Lord, dost thou wash my feet? 

Jesus answered and said unto him. What I do 
thou knowest not now, but thou shalt know here- 
after. 

Peter saith unto him. Thou shalt never wash my 


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feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not thou 
hast no part with me. 

Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord not my feet 
only, but also my hands and my head. 

Jesus saith to him. He that is washed needeth not 
to save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit; 
and ye are clean, but not all. 

For he knew who should betray him; therefore, 
said he, ye are not all clean. 

So after he had washed their feet and had taken 
his garments and was set down again he said unto 
them, knew ye what I have done to you? 

Ye call me Master and Lord : and ye say well ; for 
so I am. 

If I then your Lord and Master, have washed 
your feet ; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet. 

For I have given you an example, that ye should 
do as I have done to you. 

Verily, verily I say unto you. The servant is not 
greater than his lord; neither is he that is sent 
greater than he that sent him. 

If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do 
them. 

Now as we perform this service of humility, let 
our hearts be in it. 

Jesus set us this example of humbleness. This 
lonely Galilean, who was born in a manger and 
then just before being offered up as a sacrifice 
taught this lesson of humbleness to his disciples, 
who were contending with each other for the high- 


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est position in the earthly kingdom they thought he 
was about to set up. 

We are his disciples today. Is there strife and 
contention among us ? 

As we wash one another’s feet let us make an 
open confession if we have any grievence toward 
each other; let us be charitable and ever ready to 
forgive. 

As they separated, the men went to another room, 
while Mrs. Wood took charge of the ladies. As 
Stanley knelt before the Elder to wash his feet, a 
spirit of rest and love came over his soul; a love 
that removed all traces of hatred and animosity 
against all who had been his enemies, and against 
all humanity. Oh, Lord, he prayed in his heart, 
keep me thus humble before thee always. 

As he arose the Elder with a word of prayer on 
his lips, printed a kiss on his cheek as a token of 
love. 

After this ordinance was finished they returned 
to the chapel, where Elder Wood again read 1 
Cor. 11 : 23. 

For I have received of the Lord that which also I 
delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus the same 
night in which he was betrayed, took bread. 

And when he had given thanks, he break it, and 
said. Take, eat: this is my body which is broken 
for you ; this do in remembrance of me. 

After the same manner also he took the cup, 
when he had supped saying. This cup is the new 


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testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye 
drink it, in remembrance of me. 

For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this 
cup, ye do shew the Lord’s death till he come. 

Wherefore, - whosoever shall eat this bread and 
drink this cup of the Lord unworthily shall be 
guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. But let 
a man examine himself and so let him eat of that 
bread and drink of that cup. 

For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily eateth 
and drinketh damnation to himself not discerning 
the Lord’s body. 

For this cause many are weak and sickly among 
you and many sleep. 

As the bread was passed around and later the 
wine, Stanley prayed he might be a worthy par- 
taker. 

After the ceremony was concluded. Elder Wood 
read the names of those to be taken into the church. 
These he called to occupy the front seats, where he 
questioned them in regard to their willingness to 
give up everything and live only for the Lord. 

Are you willing to refrain from all loathsome 
habits, harmful to your body, such as intoxicating 
liquors, chewing or smoking tobacco, also the use 
of powerful drugs? He next asked if they would 
give up eating foods that were a detriment to the 
health, as eating pork and all other flesh forbidden 
in the Bible. 

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up all unnecessary adornment as wearing jewelry 
and expensive dress, which was apt to cause envy. 

Now they must give up all social habits, such as 
card playing, theater going, dancing and other use- 
less amusements, having a tendency to draw their 
minds away from God. 

Another thing I would like to impress upon your 
minds is, any stimulant weakens the mind, one 
should refrain from using tea, coffee, peppers or 
strong spices of any kind. As all the candidates 
expressed their willingness to comply with these 
rules, each candidate was then voted on by the com- 
pany, they being elected into the church subject to 
baptism. 

After the benediction had been pronounced they 
proceeded to a small canal running into the city 
from the south. 

As Stanley entered the water he felt the impres- 
siveness of this ceremony. 

On the bank stood the company with song books 
in hand. 

The day was a very pleasant one for this season, 
but now as the sun was passing rapidly toward the 
western horizon the air was turning colder. 

A large crowd had collected about to witness this 
strange proceeding. 

The company then sang, *^The waters are 
troubled,” and Stanley thought the angels must 
surely be near witnessing this scene, then recording 
it in the heavenly courts above. 


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162 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

As the singing ceased, Elder Wood offered up a 
short prayer, after this he said, ^‘Brother Robert 
Stanley I baptize thee in the name of the Father, 
and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, Amen,” and 
Stanley was placed under the water completely. 

After all the candidates had undergone the same 
ceremony they separated to go quietly to their 
homes and remain until the close of the Sabbath, 
marked by the going down of the sun. 


CHAPTER VII. 

THE ESCORT OE THE EMPEROR. 

Seated in Prince Wing’s large sitting room of his 
richly furnished home were three men holding coun- 
cil together. 

After days of strenuous effort these representa- 
tives of the Emperor reached an agreement with 
the foreigners encamped about their city. 

The Prince was addressing the noted Chinese 
statesman and diplomat, Sir, our treaty has been 
drafted; I think it would be well for us to send a 
copy to his Majesty. I have received a communica- 
tion from the Court saying the Emperor is anx- 
iously awaiting a peace settlement. The Court is 
getting impatient to return home. 

Well, replied the diplomat, I cannot see any 
reason why they should not begin preparations at 
once. 

At this juncture the Prince related his experience 
with the foreign soldiers upon his return to the 
capital. 

I have been planning in my mind some way to 
prevent such a complication when the Court makes 
its return. 

You know how irritable the Dowager is ; if there 
was to be such an offence committed the Emperor’s 


164 The: Escort an Emperor. 

guards would be ordered to resent it, and of course 
you can surmise what the result would be. 

It would mean the disruption of our government, 
the division of our great country by the foreign , 
powers. 

They all sat silently for a few moments their 
faces drawn in anxiety as the Prince had pictured 
the very thing that had bothered them most. 

The diplomat suggested an escort of one of the 
foreign powers. But this is liable to cause trouble 
in another way. 

You know these foreign officers are very pomp- 
ous and would be very likely to overstep their au- 
thority, and in this manner cause complications. 

We would not require a guard of more than 
twenty-five or thirty men, but their leader should be 
a sensible, honest man. 

A smile lighted up the Prince’s face as Sergeant 
Stanley came into his mind. 

Through his nephew he was familiar with Stan- 
ley’s late experience. He admired the soldier for 
the step he had taken, knowing in his own heart that 
a man who was honest enough to stand by his con- 
victions could be trusted anywhere. 

He related his nephew’s experience to them and 
after much discussion they decided to appeal to the 
American Commander for Stanley and his platoon, 
to act as escort to the Emperor. 

When Prince Wing presented his plan to the stal- 
wart, determined looking officer, the General hesi- 


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tated for more than a day. He proposed sending 
an officer in command, but the Prince refused. 

I do not care to take the risk of sending a sergeant 
on a mission of this kind, explained the general. In 
case complications should arise the blame would be 
upon my shoulders. I do not feel as though a 
sergeant would be competent to cope with the diffi- 
culties that would be likely to arise in a case of this 
kind. 

The Prince and associates then appealed to the 
foreign minister, who after a few minutes’ council 
with the officer secured the order detailing Stanley 
upon this escort. 

Just two days before Stanley’s second Sabbath in 
the Truth, an orderly called him before the Com- 
manding General, who eyed him sharply as he stood 
with hat in hand and saluted. The general sized 
him up from head to foot, this being the first time 
the manly looking soldier had ever been brought to 
his notice. 

He outlined the duty upon which he was being 
sent, and admonished him time after time to be 
careful so as not to cause any complications. You 
will be absolutely in charge of this escort, Stanley, 
he said, so see to it that you do not bring disgrace 
upon your government. 

Make out your requisition for six or seven months’ 
rations and draw extra clothing for your men, and 
see to it that they are kept neat and clean. I under- 
stand the country through which you will travel is 


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well supplied with grain and hay, so you may draw 
on the quartermaster for funds to buy feed for your 
animals. 

As the officer dismissed him, he walked back to 
his quarters, his mind in a whirl. The way of the 
Lord is really wonderful, he thought, here I have 
been troubling my mind how to avert breaking the 
Sabbath, and now everything is smoothed away in 
an instant. Upon reaching his bunk he bowed on 
his knees and thanked God for having made clear 
the way that he might serve him as had been com- 
manded from on high. 

Then there was a busy day before him, seeing 
that everything was made ready for their start on 
the morrow. 

Later in the day Wing came to him a little ex- 
cited, telling of his uncle having secured his serv- 
ices to act as interpreter and carry a copy of the 
treaty to the Emperor. 

We will be gone six or seven months and by that 
time. Brother Stanley, you will have your discharge. 

It is plain to me. Brother Wing, that the Lord is 
directing this movement. 

Yesterday I was troubled about keeping the Sab- 
bath, today everything is cleared before me. This 
has learned me a lesson to put more trust in God. 

Yes, replied Wing, Mat. 6 : 34, covers your ex- 
perience very well, and he quoted. 

Take therefore no thought for the morrow; for 


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the morrow shall take thought for the thing itself. 
Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. 

In the evening after everything was in readiness 
for their journey, Stanley and Wing called at the 
mission. 

The Elder and family were greately surprised to 
learn of their hasty departure from the city. They 
all bowed in a prayer of thanksgiving for the act of 
Providence, which had relieved Stanley from re- 
fusing to perform duty on the Sabbath. 

After inquiring the route they would take, the 
Elder decided to accompany them twelve miles to 
another city where, he would remain over the Sab- 
bath with one of his workers. 

Stanley planned to make this his first halt, so they 
arranged several bundles of tracts printed in 
Chinese, to be distributed whenever the opportunity 
would arise, this giving them an opening to perform 
a little missionary work. 

On the following morning Stanley lined up his 
platoon for inspection. 

The General came out to see that they were prop- 
erly equipped for the service before them. After 
inspecting the horses and men in full field equip- 
ment, he went over the five or six large wagons 
containing their supplies. Then admonishing Stan- 
ley to act cautiously, the Sergeant saluted him and 
rode away. They stopped at the home of the Prince 
and found young Wing in readiness. 

He was mounted upon a well kept Chinese pony. 


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while in two neatly covered carts were supplies his 
uncle had provided for his journey. 

The Prince came out to give them some instruc- 
tions and after bidding him good-bye they rode 
away through the northwest gate, where Elder 
Wood jointed them, riding in a two-wheeled covered 
cart. 

Wing and Stanley rode at the head of the little 
column. 

The most severe weather of winter had passed 
and the twittering of birds denoted the early signs 
of coming spring. 

In the bare branches of the tall trees, surrounding 
small villages, magpies could be heard squawking 
out sharp notes as if scolding one another. 

Oftentimes large flocks of crows would fly by 
cawing in their aerial flight. 

Stanley now noticed a new covering adorned 
Wing’s head, that the little round fez had disap- 
peared and when his friend adjusted his soft felt 
hat, he saw the long queue was also absent. 

They passed a large camel train, laden with nuts 
and furs from the mountains of Mongolia. The 
bells about their long, crooked necks would clatter 
as their big, fat feet would strike the earth, causing 
their long, double humped bodies to sway in awk- 
ward motion. 

As the neatly shod animals of Stanley’s company 
passed them, they would shy to the opposite side of 
the highway and opening their mouths, would utter 


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loud, screeching bellows as their bright eyes flashed 
in alarm. The leader stopped and bowed his head 
three or four times to the ground in salute. 

This is quite a large caravan, spoke Stanley, as 
he looked far up the highway at the long string of 
brown covered, ugly shaped bodies, as they bobbed 
up and down with two baskets on either side, con- 
taining their heavy burdens. 

Yes, replied Wing, this belongs to my uncle, he 
has many such caravans as this supplying the mar- 
kets of the city. 

In our country. Brother Stanley, we measure a 
man’s wealth by the number of camels he owns. 

After the caravan had passed, they stopped to 
give the animals a short rest, the men also dismount- 
ing to the ground to rest their limbs. Then mount- 
ing their steeds the little column moved on in the 
direction of the mountains, which grew nearer and 
nearer at each halt. 

They passed many vehicles, some of them caus- 
ing Stanley to smile ’at their odd rigging. 

Sometimes two or three undersized mules in 
tandem fashion, one before the other, equipped 
with rope harness, their drivers urging them for- 
ward eager to cover the ground faster. 

Following these were men mounted on small 
donkies, seated far back on the rump with their 
legs extending diagonally towards the front, their 
feet stuck into two rope stirrups extending over the 
shoulders of the little undersized animals, who 


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moved along slowly, shaking their long ears as 
though trying to keep time to the patter of their 
hoofs as they beat on the ground. 

After this came a wheelbarrow with a wheel in 
the center about five feet in height. This odd look- 
ing vehicle was stacked with vegetables ready for 
the city market. In front of it rigged in rope har- 
ness going over their shoulders were two men in 
tandem, one before the other. 

Their brows were moistened with perspiration 
and their faces red from exertion. In the rear was 
another man holding two large handles in both 
hands; over his shoulders was a yoke to assist in 
balancing the ungainly looking trap. 

As the wheel revolved it uttered loud screeches 
as if playing a tune for their feet to move by. 

They would meet groups of pedestrians, who 
would look at them in wonder; perhaps this being 
the first time they had ever seen such curious look- 
ing animals and vehicles as this column contained. 

On reaching the small city they pitched their 
tents just outside the gateway. Stanley had all 
preparations made for the Sabbath, and as the sun 
disappeared behind the mountains, he, Wing and 
the Elder held their worship in the tent Stanle} had 
arranged for himself and Wing to occupy on their 
trip. 

He secured a cot and placed it in the tent for the 
Elder to sleep on. 

After the opening services were over the Elder 


The Escort or an Emperor. 171 

pointed out many instructive lessons in the scripture. 

The next day, Stanley’s men wondered at him 
laying over, and that they were excused from all 
duties except caring for their animals. Some of his 
comrades accompanied them to a compound inside 
the city wall, where a company of believers of the 
Truth awaited patiently for Elder Wood to appear. 

After the Sabbath school was over the Elder 
asked if there was any particular subject they would 
like to study. 

His worker proposed they have a reading on the 
second coming of Christ. 

Wood then began. Jesus made a promise in ref- 
erence to again returning to this earth. Now let us 
turn to John 14 : 1-6 and read. 

Let not your heart be troubled. Ye believe in God, 
believe also in me. 

In my Father’s house are many mansions : if it 
were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare 
a place for you. 

If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come 
again, and receive you unto myself; that where I 
am, there ye may be also. 

And whither I go ye know and the way ye know. 
Thomas saith unto him. Lord, we know not whither 
thou goest; and how can we know the way? Jesus 
saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life : 
no man cometh unto the Father but by me. 

We will now turn and read Acts 1 : 0, and see in 
what manner he will come again. 


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And when he had spoken these things, while they 
beheld, he was taken up : and a cloud received him 
out of their sight. 

And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven 
as he went up, behold two men stood by them in 
white apparel. 

Which also said. Ye men of Galilee why stand ye 
gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is 
taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like 
manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. 

We will now see what shall first take place on 
earth at his second coming. 1 Thes. 4 :16-17. 

For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven 
with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and 
with the trump of God : and the dead in Christ shall 
rise first. 

Then we which are alive and remain shall be 
caught up together with them in the clouds to meet 
the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with 
the Lord. 

We will try and learn what awaits the wicked at 
this time. 2 Thes. 1 :7-9. 

And to you who are troubled, rest with us, when 
the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with 
his mighty angels. 

In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that 
know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our 
Lord Jesus Christ. 

Who shall be punished with everlasting destruc- 


The; Escort or an Empe;ror. 173 

tion from the presence of the Lord, and from the 
glory of his power. 

Will the Lord come upon anyone unawares ? We 
will read 1 Thes. 5 : 1-3. 

But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye 
have no need that I write unto you. For your- 
selves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so 
cometh as a thief in the night. 

For when they shall say. Peace and safety; then 
sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail 
upon a woman with child: and they shall not es- 
cape. 

The following reference shows that those who 
are not in darkness will be overtaken in this man- 
ner. 1 Thes. 5 : 4. 

But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that 
day should overtake you as a thief. 

We find by the following texts that wonderful 
signs are given before this event takes place. Luke 
21 : 25-26. 

And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the 
moon, and in the stars : and upon the earth distress 
of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves 
roaring. 

Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for look- 
ing after those things which are coming on the 
earth : for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. 

It will be well for us to learn where the first signs 
will be seen. Verse 25. 

And there shall be signs in the sun and in the 


174 The Escort or an Emperor. 

moon, and in the stars : and upon the earth distress 
of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves 
roaring. 

Now if this sign was to be in the sun, moon and 
stars, we will learn how it was to be given. Mat. 
24: 29. 

Immediately after the tribulation of those days 
shall the sun be darkened and the moon shall not 
give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, 
and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken. 

We learn by history that this event has taken 
place. 

The tribulation, or persecution of those days 
referred to the terrible persecutions and martyrdoms 
of Rome, which ended about 1773, when the order 
of the Jesuits was abolished. 

Immediately, or soon after the tribulation the 
sun was to be darkened. 

The sun and moon were miraculously darkened 
May 19, 1780. Found in Josiah Eitch, Milo Bost- 
wick’s and Whitter in Facts for the Times, pages 
65-70 (new edition) ; also Webster’s Dictionary 
article Dark Day. 

The stars fell Nov. 13, 1833. See extracts from 
Prof. Olmstead and Henry Dana Ward, in Facts 
for the Times, pages 70-72. 

We will now turn to Rev. 6 : 13 for how the stars 
were to fall. 

And the stars of heaven fell unto the earth, even 


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as a fig tree casteth her untimely figs, when she is 
shaken of a mighty wind. 

When these things come to pass the redemption 
is drawing near. Euke 21 : 28. 

And when these things begin to come to pass 
then look up, and lift up your heads, for your re- 
demption draweth nigh. 

There is something else we should know by these 
signs in Luke 21 : 31. 

So likewise when ye see these things come to 
pass, knew ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at 
hand. 

Now no one knows the day or the hour of His 
coming says Mat. 24: 36. 

But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, 
not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. 

Jesus showed by a parable the position that 
should be taken at this time. Mat. 24 : 32-33. 

Now learn a parable of the fig tree: When his 
branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye 
know that summer is nigh. 

So likewise ye when ye shall see all these things, 
know that it is near, even at the doors. 

He gave an assurance to the generation which 
should see these signs and learn this parable. We 
will read verse 34 and 35 of the same chapter. 

Verily I say unto you. This generation shall not 
pass, till all these things be fulfilled. 

Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words 
shall not pass away. 


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To prove to you this generation was not the one 
of Christ’s time we will read Luke 11 : 29. 

And when the people were gathered thick to- 
gether, he began to say, This is an evil generation : 
they seek a sign; and there shall no sign be given 
it; but the sign of Jonas the prophet. 

Will there be any people looking for the Lord’s 
coming? Heb. 9: 28. 

So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of 
many; and unto them that look for him shall he 
appear the second time without sin unto salvation. 

Also read Isa. 25 : 9. 

The Lord promises a blessing for those who look 
for Him in Luke 12 : 37. 

Blessed are those servants, whom the Lord when 
he cometh shall find watching; verily I say unto 
you, that he shall gird himself, and make them to 
sit down to meat, and will come forth and serve 
them. 

The Lord admonishes us to take heed lest He 
comes unawares. Luke 21 : 34-36. 

And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time 
your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and 
drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day 
come upon you unawares. 

For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell 
on the face of the whole earth. 

Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may 
be accounted worthy to escape all these things that 


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shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of 
man. 

We should live righteously in anticipation of His 
coming. Titus 2: 11-13. 

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath 
appeared to all men. 

Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and 
worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, 
and godly, in this present world. Looking for that 
blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the 
great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. 

My good brethren, spoke Elder Wood, we should 
live every minute of our lives as though the Lord 
were coming right now. What will we be doing 
when Jesus comes? He should be continually be- 
fore us. 

The reading being finished they proceeded back 
to the camp, and after the sun had sunk in the west, 
service was held to mark the close of another Sab- 
bath day. 


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CHAPTER VIII. 

AT THE COURT. 

On Sunday morning, the first day of the week, 
as the sun rose bright and clear Stanley and his 
men lowered their tents and packed them away in 
the large wagons. 

His men, some of whom had served in the army 
for years where the first day of the week had been 
recognized as a day of rest, wondered at this strange 
procedure. 

Upon discussing it amongst themselves they came 
to the conclusion that Stanley was master of the 
situation. He was his own commanding officer, and 
could use his own judgment until after he returned 
to the camp. 

They had admired the plainly dressed, pleasant 
faced man who stood conversing with the Chinaman 
Wing, as they watched and commented upon the 
fine manner the tents had been placed into the 
wagons. It did not seem possible to them that the 
large, brown canvas coverings could be rolled so 
neatly and placed out of sight in such a short space 
of time. 

As the bugle sounded assembly the men formed 
in line before the Sergeant, each holding the bridle 
rein of his horse in the left hand. 


180 The: Escort of an Emperor. 

At a command from their leader they were all 
seated in their saddles together. 

Stanley then approached the Elder leading his 
horse behind him; holding out his hand the Elder 
said, “may God bless you all and keep you in His 
care.” 

“Pray for us,” replied Stanley, as he and Wing 
rode away leaving Wood to return home alone. 

The little column proceeded towards the moun- 
tains passing the summer palace of the Emperor, 
around which were pacing sentries of the foreigner, 
who saluted as a mark of respect. 

Toward mid-day they were in the foot hills 
near the mountains on their left. At a clear, swift 
running stream, Stanley halted to rest the animals 
and prepare some food. 

Out of a small village near by, came hundreds of 
inhabitants to inspect the queer looking travelers. 

Wing was plied with questions and after answer- 
ing them in a kind manner, he soon won the admira- 
tion of the gaping crowd. After speaking to them 
a few minutes of the gospel that Jesus had pro- 
claimed, he passed out many silent messengers 
printed on neatly folded paper. 

In the afternoon sunlight they followed the wind- 
ing highway that twisted and curved around steep 
hills covered with green firs and other trees of like 
variety. 

On their left were high mountain peaks with 
snow-capped tops. 


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Near the highway they followed was a small city 
surrounded by a high wall. Back of this upon an 
elevation were many queer looking structures, con- 
structed in oval shape and stained a bright yellow. 

“I wonder what that represents,” spoke Stanley. 

Wing, who was riding by his side, answered : 
“Those are the tombs of the Mong Dynasty, who 
ruled my country for centuries. This ancestral 
burial ground is no doubt the most noted spot in 
the kingdom.” 

• Near this place the camp was pitched for the 
night, Stanley and Wing visiting the tombs before 
evening sunset. 

The next Sabbath, they camped over on a high 
elevation near the great wall, the two friends hold- 
ing a short service together to mark the beginning 
of this holy day. 

The men commented much on the Sergeant’s 
strange action of laying over another Saturday, 
wondering at his liberality in permitting them to go 
about at their leisure dispensing with all duty except 
which was absolutely necessary. 

He invited them to his tent for worship; he 
and Wing were much surprised when almost half 
of his soldiers put in their appearance at the ap- 
pointed hour. 

They sang familiar songs, the men joining in, 
having learned to sing them in their boyhood days 
while attending services near their homes. 

The Sergeant called upon Wing to pray, who sur- 


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prised him greatly, as he offered up an earnest ap- 
peal to his Maker. 

Elder Wood had given Stanley some tracts and 
he selected one of these as a subject, the title on 
The Increase of Knowledge and the Signs of the 
Times. 

He read in a clear, steady tone, trusting in the 
Lord to direct his every thought and action. 

What does the prophecy of Daniel promise in 
reference to the increase of knowledge in the time 
of the end? 

We will read this from our Bibles in Daniel 12 : 
4. But thou O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal 
the book, even to the time of the end, many shall 
run to and fro and knowledge shall be increased. 

What kind of knowledge is here referred to? 

Doubtless religious knowledge ; especially respect- 
ing the contents of the book of Daniel, and a corre- 
sponding increase of scientific knowledge. 

Has there been an increase in knowledge suffi- 
ciently notable to indicate that we have reached the 
time of the end ? 

About a hundred years ago Bibles were so ex- 
pensive that very few persons were able to secure 
them ; hundreds of dollars being paid for a complete 
copy. 

In many parts of the world men were arraigned 
for teaching others the scripture. In this age hun- 
dreds of thousands of copies are circulated annually. 


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One can now purchase a New Testament for five 
cents, or a complete Bible for a quarter. 

These are printed in about two hundred and fifty 
different dialects and languages, and have reached 
every quarter of the globe. 

The Herald of Gospel Liberty, the first religious 
newspaper, was printed by Elias Smith, of Ports- 
mouth, New Hampshire, Sept. 1, 1808. Millions of 
copies of religious papers are now going forth 
weekly to enlighten the world. 

With the increase of spiritual knowledge we find 
there has been an increase in inventions ; appliances 
have been invented which a century ago would have 
seemed miraculous. 

Why should the world have stood for six thou- 
sand years and then these inventions all come up in 
so short a time? The only reason that can be as- 
signed is that the providence of God so ordered it 
and gave it as an unmistakable sign of the ap- 
proaching end. 

We see inventions of world wide utility in God^s 
preparation for the end, in Nahum 2 : 3-5. 

The shield of his mighty men is made red, the 
valiant men are in scarlet, the chariots shall be 
with flaming torches in the day of his preparation 
and the fir trees shall be terrible shaken. 

The chariots shall rage in the streets, they shall 
jostle one another in the broad ways : they seem like 
torches, they shall run like the lightning. 

He shall recount his worthies ; they shall stumble 


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in their walk, they shall make haste to the wall 
thereof, and the defence shall be prepared. 

Now we will lay down, what we believe to be 
some of the essentials, which prepare us for the 
end. 

We believe that Jesus Christ is our creator and 
redeemer. 

We believe the Bible was written by inspired men 
of God, and that all scripture was given by inspira- 
tion of God, and is profitable for doctrine for re- 
proof, for correction, for instruction in righteous- 
ness. 

This is found in 2 Tim. 3 :16. 

We believe we will be judged by the law of God 
given from Mount Sinai, written with His own 
finger on tables of stone. 

We believe the seventh day. Sabbath, given by 
God in the beginning as a memorial of His creation 
is the day upon which to rest and worship, and not 
the first day of the week commonly called Sunday. 

We believe in the sleep of the dead until the judg- 
ment day, that the righteous wake to everlasting 
life, and the wages of sin being death, therefore, 
the wicked shall be forever destroyed. 

We believe that baptism by water after conversion 
shows our willingness to take on Christ. 

Repentance representing our minds or inward 
man, with the water representing the action or put- 
ting it as, believing is faith and faith without works 
is nothing. James 2: 22 says: 


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Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, 
and by works was faith made perfect ? 

We believe that Jesus Christ will come again 
literally ; that he will actually come in person to lift 
up the people who are keeping the commandments 
of God and the faith of Jesus, found in Rev. 14: 12. 

Here is the patience of the saints, here are they 
that keep the commandments of God and the faith 
of Jesus. 

Stanley finished his reading. He and Wing were 
careful to follow the instructions the Elder had 
given them in regard to the beginning and closing 
of the Sabbath. In this they were faithful. 

One day as they drew near their destination, they 
came in view of the Emperor’s soldiers’ station, in 
a prominent position guarding the highway 

These troops had retreated from the capital after 
meeting with defeat at the hands of the foreigners. 

They guarded all highways leading into the tem- 
porary capital, where the Emperor awaited a settle- 
ment that he might again return to his home. 

As there was much activity among the guard 
directly in front of them, Stanley halted his little 
command, just as a shell fired from a field battery 
screeched over their heads. 

He uttered an earnest prayer to God as he looked 
frankly at Wing, while “Thou shalt not kill,” was 
constantly before him. 

Some of his men had begun nervously pulling at 
the carbines fastened in a leather boot to the left 


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pommel of their saddles. The Sergeant called a 
Corporal from the ranks. “You remain here in com- 
mand,” he said, “until I return.” 

Wing had taken a small flag his uncle had given 
him in case of emergency, from the saddle bags 
upon which he rode. This was their national em- 
blem, one corner having the Emperor’s coat of arms, 
below was a large dragon with wide open mouth in 
the act of swallowing up the earth. 

Stanley’s men looked at him in wonder as he 
removed the pistol and saber that had dangled at 
his side. 

Securing a stick by the wayside Wing fastened 
the flag while the Sergeant held the stick. 

Turning to the Corporal he said, “Do not fire 
a shot under any circumstance, wait here until I 
return or give orders to move.” He and Wing 
then started off toward the excited troops, who had 
fired several more shots in their direction, but these 
had gone wide of their mark. As the two men 
neared the little field fort a number of shots were 
fired from small arms. 

Ahead of them they could see an immense flag 
floating, upon it was the great red dragon. This 
reminded Stanley of Rev. 12 : 9, which reads. And 
the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, 
called the devil and Satan, which deceiveth the 
whole world ; he was cast out into the earth, and his 
angels were cast out with him. 

Surely this must be his stronghold, here he had 


The; Escort or an Emprror. 187 

established his headquarters of spiritualism to en- 
trap his victims. 

Stanley wondered if he would destroy him and 
his brother by his side. 

Would their guardian angel protect them from 
the attack of the prince of darkness? 

Wing walked by his side with a smile of tender- 
ness about his mouth seeming confident that all was 
well. 

As they neared a line of entrenchments at an 
elevated spot the firing ceased, several men coming 
out in the highway dressed in blue, a large white 
figure resembling a ball covered the breast. 

Farther back stood a group in uniform of bright, 
gilded colors, about their waists was encircled the 
dragon of bright red. 

As Wing spoke to them they advanced, and upon 
recognizing the little flag he carried, they all bowed 
to the ground, butting their heads repeatedly. 

An officer came forward to inspect the pass the 
Prince had given them. He looked at Stanley 
suspiciously for a moment, but after Wing had ex- 
plained their mission he saluted the Sergeant by 
bowing and butting the ground. 

Stanley motioned for his men to come forward, 
and they passed the outpost of the Emperor’s troops. 

For days they went by scattered camps of troops 
who eyed them curiously. Sometimes companies of 
the banner corps would line up to salute; holding 
their long banners aloft on high poles. 


188 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

Upon these long strips of silk were painted large 
dragons and other hideous looking objects in varie- 
ties of colors. 

Late one evening they arrived at the high walled 
city, behind which was the Court, guarded by 
thousands of soldiers. 

The officer who escorted them through the gate- 
way, led them to a large square in the center of the 
city, where they were requested to wait while he 
went to consult his general, located in a large com- 
pound containing the Emperor’s temporary quarters. 

He returned in a short time and offered to supply 
them with quarters nearby. 

In respect to the nephew of the Prince and to 
Stanley, who had been choosen to escort their 
majesty, the two friends were invited to take up 
their quarters in a comfortable building inside of 
the large compound. 

Stanley saw that his men were comfortably 
housed, then he and Wing proceeded to the quarters 
assigned them. In the morning they arose re- 
freshed by the sleep which comes to strengthen us 
for our daily duties. 

Opening the door they walked out to inhale the 
morning air and look about them, as night had al- 
ready advanced when they entered the quarters the 
evening before. 

Around the compound extended a solid wall of 
buildings. The inside was large and spacious, cover- 


The: Escort or an Empe:ror. 189 

ing several acres of ground, being well arranged for 
convenience and comfort. 

This had once been the home of the Tartar Em- 
perors, but after they had conquered their foe be- 
yond the great wall the seat of government had 
been transferred to the capital city of the plains, 
hundreds of miles away. 

Now when disaster had overtaken the great king- 
dom, the Emperor had fled back to the home of his 
ancestors. 

Around the outside in small elevated towers, sen- 
tries were stationed to guard the precious life of 
their ruler they were taught to worship. 

Stanley and Wing looked about with keen ap- 
preciation. 

Spring had began to make its appearance. In 
the fast budding trees, energetic robins were giving 
a morning serenade. 

In an artificial pond near the center of the ground 
swans were swimming to and fro enjoying their 
morning exercise. 

This pond was supplied with water from two 
wells a short distance from its edge. Over them 
were fancy tiled roofs supported by double stand- 
ards. The water was drawn in closely woven rattan 
buckets covered inside and out with a thick coating 
of yellow paint. 

^'Let us get our soap and towels and bathe our 
hands and faces at the well yonder,’’ said Wing. 

They made their way to the nearest well from 


190 The: Escort or an Emperor. 

which extended a trough to the pond ; near the edge 
of the well was a small earthen bowl ; this they filled 
with water, and setting it on the high well curbing, 
Stanley removed his coat, and after rolling up his 
sleeves began to wash his face and hands in the 
clear, cold water, while Wing stood by talking of 
the beauties that surrounded them. 

From a double gateway leading into a smaller en- 
closure divided by long buildings, came a man al- 
most boyish in appearance. 

He was attired in a black silk suit with gold 
buttons. 

On his slim, delicate fingers sparkled expensive 
gems, and about his neck hung a string of pearl 
beads. 

The head was neatly shaven with the exception of 
the crown, from which hung a long, black queue, 
tied on the end with a yellow silk ribbon. 

The face was white and smooth as ivory. The 
padded soles of his footgear made no sound as he 
came up behind the two men. He approached very 
near them then stopped and gazed in wonder at 
Stanley, who was washing the lather from his face 
and neck. His eyes seemed to take on a look of 
admiration as he noted the well developed figure in 
front of him. 

Stanley began wiping his face with the towel 
and Wing stooped to empty the bowl. As he turned 
he looked into the eyes of the figure behind them; 
a slight tinge of color overspread the face of the 


The; Escort or an Emprror. 191 

short, slim man as he bowed slightly, when Wing 
greeted him in a pleasant manner. When he ex- 
plained their mission the man’s face lighted up 
with a smile at the mention of Prince Wing’s name. 

‘‘So you are Prince Wing’s nephew,” he said in a 
tone that would indicate poor health, “I am the 
Emperor.” 

His majesty looked at Stanley questioningly, the 
Sergeant had turned, looking him in the face with 
his frank, brown eyes. His blue flannel shirt was 
open at the collar, his neck and cheeks aglow with a 
healthy red color. 

Wing introduced the two men, it being necessary 
to interpret to his majesty, who plied Wing with 
questions relative to the situation at the capital. 

He was informed of the treaty that had been 
drawn up and when told they possessed a copy of 
the same, he seemed very much pleased. As they 
stood talking, a woman passed through the gate 
advancing toward them. Behind her came two 
maids. 

She was richly attired and adorned with costly 
jewels. 

Her hair was dressed in Tartar fashion with arti- 
ficial flowers and combs set with the choicest of 
gems. 

She was a very tall woman for her race. Her 
bold eyes and the facial expression was proof that 
she was deserving of the title given her, that of 
being the shrewdest woman in the world. 


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The Escort or an Emperor. 


She stopped a few paces back of the Emperor 
sizing up the Sergeant from head to foot. As she 
looked into his face admiration shone from her bold, 
dark eyes. 

Her glance then fell on Wing, conversing with 
his majesty. Coming a little closer she addressed the 
Emperor over whose countenance came an expres- 
sion of fear. 

‘T am the Dowager,” she explained to Wing, who 
bowed slightly. 

‘Ts this the way you have been taught to salute 
your ruler?” she asked. 

Into Wing’s mind came, Thou shalt not bow 
down or worship any likeness that is in the heaven 
above or that is in the earth beneath. 

No, he said to himself, I cannot bow before this 
being in the manner of worship she expects of me. 

She sent one of the maids to summon a guard 
stationed inside the gateway from whence they had 
come. He approached her butting his head to the 
ground. 

She had Wing placed under his care, who ordered 
him to a little prison room where unruly servants 
were kept; then turning to the stammering, trem- 
bling Emperor, asked who Stanley was. 


CHAPTER IX. 

THE dowager's trap. 

The Empress Dowager had been connected with 
the Court for years. She was once a beautiful girl 
and at the age of eighteen or nineteen it became her 
greatest desire to become one of the Emperor’s con- 
cubines. 

Through the help of several relatives having 
some influence with the Court her desire was satis- 
fied. 

From the lowest wife of the Emperor she artfully 
worked her way into his confidence, until at last his 
favorite wife was sent down to the harem with her 
little baby boy ; while the Dowager took the place in 
the palace where her rule was soon felt. 

After she had been in the palace several years, the 
Emperor was one day taken suddenly ill, and in a 
short time died. The Empress having no children, 
the power of rulership was placed in her hands as 
Dowager, until the heir to the kingdom reached his 
majority. 

The small, delicate boy was separated from his 
mother in the harem and brought into the palace, 
where he was placed under the influence and direc- 
tion of this shrewd, unscrupulous woman. 

His instructors were men chosen, who were will- 


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194 


The Escort oe an Emperor. 


ing to grant her every wish in the training and 
moulding of this young character. 

Being naturally weak physically, the boy was 
completely under her control and when he assumed 
the title of Emperor, this woman was practically 
the ruler. 

Not one desire was ever granted without first 
consulting the Dowager. 

It had always been his ambition to study and learn 
a foreign language, but she had never permitted 
this wish to be gratified. 

She was a spiritualist medium of the highest 
order, and often the delicate Emperor was shaken 
with fear, as she would call up the departed spirit 
of his father, whom she claimed would advise and 
direct the government atfairs. 

From this source had the great Boxer movement 
actually begun, for one day she had suddenly come 
upon the Emperor seated in an out of the way 
room reading a large book written in their language. 

Upon investigation she discovered he had read 
it through, as he had also several others that had 
been secured from a missionary located in the city. 

The Emperor had been much affected by this 
literature which told him of a God, a Creator and 
Redeemer; it had appealed to him wonderfully, for 
beneath his breast beat an honest heart. 

He had sent out a trusted servant from time to 
time to secure this literature. This was done 
secretly, but Satan who ruled the Dowager com- 


The: Escort of an Empfror. 195 

pletely would not permit the Emperor to follow his 
inclinations or convictions. 

So through the evil spirits the movement was be- 
gun to overshadow the little light that had crept 
into the palace where darkness had reigned for cen- 
turies. 

The Dowager would not rest until she had en- 
trapped the trusted one who had carried in the 
books. He was executed at once, and another of 
her own choice filled his place. 

Then from the very Court the great movement 
against the foreigners was secretly directed by the 
Dowager. 

She would ply the Emperor with her spiritualism, 
but this became more difficult, as the fire had been 
kindled in his heart and would not be quenched. 

He hungered for more light, but this was not 
given him ; Satan was using every power to prevent 
the light of the world from entering his stronghold. 

Then from all over the world his great agencies 
were kept busy creating confusion, and drawing 
his great forces to his headquarters where he turned 
them against one another to destroy the life, so to 
prevent the light from shining into their hearts. 

He had permitted one conflicting element to drive 
away the opposing elements, to force out the light 
which had shone into the palace of darkness. 

But through all the confusion there was still a 
hungering to know more of the truth that had been 
kindled in his life. As this truth had begun draw- 


196 The Escort or an Emperor. 

ing nearer to his temporary home, Satan had made 
another attempt to drive it back by causing con- 
fusion and shedding of blood. In this attempt, 
however, he was defeated for the little expedition 
had passed by his outpost with very little opposition. 

But the mode of warfare had been changed; the 
attack was now being made directly through the 
Dowager. 

The Emperor began explaining to her what Wing 
had told him concerning that which had brought 
him and Stanley to the Court. 

At the mention of the Prince’s name a changed 
expression came over her face. Then after telling 
her of Stanley being in charge of the escort that 
was to guard them back to the city, she looked into 
his face, a smile overspreading her countenance. 
Stanley could not understand the conversation, so 
while they were talking he had placed on his blouse, 
and folded up the towel he held in his hand. 

The Dowager had never liked Prince Wing, but 
she was shrewd enough to know that much de- 
pended upon him in the peace settlement. 

She well knew if any more complications should 
arise, it would mean the division of the empire by 
the foreigners. 

^‘So this is the Prince’s nephew, who refused to 
bow and salute me?” she said to the Emperor. '‘Well 
under the circumstances we will be lenient.” Turn- 
ing and smiling at Stanley she motioned for him to 
follow them, as she took hold of the Emperor’s arm, 


The; Escort of an Emperor. 197 

walking toward the gate where Wing had been 
sent. 

They found him in the cell upon his knees pray- 
ing. 

This caused another frown of displeasure on the 
woman’s face, but into the eyes of the Emperor had 
came a slight moisture. 

He arose to his feet as the Dowager asked, “To 
whom are you praying? You have no god in this 
little cell who can hear you.” 

It was then she first noticed the absent beads and 
that he was minus the queue worn by all his coun- 
trymen. 

‘T have been praying,” he said in a pleasant voice, 
“to the true and living God who can hear our 
prayers, wherever we may be.” As he thus spoke a 
slight tremor shook the Emperor’s frame. 

The Dowager eyed him sharply and ordered the 
guard to release Wing, while she hurried the Em- 
peror away to the large building directly opposite 
the gateway. 

Wing and Stanley returned to the well, finishing 
their morning toilet. 

The copy of the treaty had been presented to the 
Court officials ; it was later handed by them to the 
Dowager, who discussed it over with the Council of 
Yamen for weeks. 

Messengers were sent to the capital to communi- 
cate with the Prince and his associates. 

Stanley and Wing kept a strict observance of the 


198 The; Escort or an Emperor. 

Sabbath, always inviting the men to their little 
meeting. 

They studied the Bible together, the great truth 
being made clearer every day. 

In the morning after a chapter had been read and 
prayer offered by one of them, they would proceed 
to the well to bathe their faces and hands in the 
clear, cold water. 

Several mornings after their first visit that had 
resulted in Wing’s short imprisonment, the Dowager 
approached them. 

The two men looked eagerly for the slender figure 
of the Emperor, but he was nowhere visible. 

The Dowager addressed Wing as she drew near 
to the well. He greeted her pleasantly, but did not 
offer to bow to the ground in worship of her ma- 
jesty. A slight flush spread over her handsome fea- 
tures, but she held her peace and addressed Stanley 
through Wing. 

Her dark, bold eyes were rivited on his pleasant, 
good natured face, as she said, ‘T am told you are 
an American.” 

He answered her in the affirmative. 

How do you find our country in comparison to 
yours ? 

Stanley gave a little description of his country. 
She then plied him with many questions relative to 
his religion. 

He went to their rooms and secured several tracts 


The: Escort or an Emprror. 


199 


and gave them to her, she thanking him with a 
gracious smile. 

They talked over many subjects and as she did 
not seem disposed to leave, the two men were not 
in a position to excuse themselves from her pres- 
ence. 

After nearly a half hour’s conversation she re- 
turned to the gateway opposite the well, but glanced 
back quite often at the figure of Stanley, as he and 
his friend proceeded to their quarters. 

Morning after morning she would make her ap- 
pearance at the well as they were washing. 

The two men were always disappointed, for some- 
thing had drawn them towards the Emperor. 

They never forgot to ask after his health, but her 
answer always was, “ that he was indisposed.” 

The Sergeant could feel there was some wonder- 
ful power of attraction about this woman as he 
looked into her face and listened to her conversing 
with Wing, who after would interpret it to him; he 
could feel she had some secret aim in coming to the 
well to converse with them. 

They tried changing the time for their washing, 
but she must have had someone watching their 
movements, for no sooner had they reached the 
well when she put in her appearance, the two maids 
always accompanying her. 

They then gave up the visit to the well, carrying 
the water to their quarters, neither of them aware 


200 Ti-ie Escort ot an Emperor. 

in doing so, they were averting the pitfall Satan 
had prepared for Stanley’s downfall. 

There was little doubt but what the fallen angel 
was using this woman to draw the Sergeant away 
from the truth ; he had used her before in acting as 
a medium for the Emperor, and then when the little 
gleam of true light had reached him through his 
servant, Satan had used her to bring about con- 
fusion and war causing many lives to be cut off 
from the true light, that was beginning to shine in 
this kingdom of darkness. 

The light the Lord had revealed to Stanley and 
Wing was accepted, and they were now flashing it 
into the palace of the Emperor. 

Well did the prince of darkness know it would be 
flashed to every quarter of the globe, where he 
labored without opposition for ages. 

As the two men had much idle time on their 
hands waiting to escort the Emperor back to his 
home, they would busy themselves with the tracts 
Elder Wood had given them. By carefully studying 
the scriptures together they were soon able to give 
the Bible truths as they had been given to them. 
They now had several places where they were giv- 
ing Bible studies. 

A number of Stanley’s comrades had taken an 
interest in these and after reading one evening he 
finished with Rev. 14 : 9-12. 

And the third angel followed them saying with a 
loud voice, If any man worship the beast and his 


The Escort oe an Emperor, 201 

image, and receive his mark in his forehead or in 
his hand, 

The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of 
God, which is poured out without mercy into the cup 
of his indignation, and he shall be tormented with 
fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels 
and in the presence of the Lamb. 

And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up for- 
ever and ever and they have no rest day or night, 
who worship the beast and his image and whosoever 
receiveth the mark of his name. 

Here is the patience of the saints, here are they 
that keep the commandments of God and the faith 
of Jesus. 

One man, Allen by name, had taken more interest 
than the rest, said, “Did you say Sergeant that the 
mark of the beast in the forehead or in their hand 
mean those people who worship on the first day of 
the week for the Sabbath, after this great Sabbath 
truth you believe in, has been presented to them?” 

Yes, replied the Sergeant, it is upon this class of 
people the wrath of God is poured out without 
mixture. 

“Well can you tell me what the wrath of God is ?” 
asked Allen. 

I will read you what Rev. 15 :1 says. 

I saw another sign in heaven, great and marvel- 
ous, seven angels having the seven last plagues, for 
in them is filled up the wrath of God. 


202 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

And you say these plagues are poured upon those 
who have the mark of the beast and his image? 

The Sergeant again read Rev. 16 : 1-2. 

I heard a great voice out of the temple saying to 
the seven angels; go your ways and pour out the 
vials of the wrath of God upon the earth. 

And the first went, and poured out his vial upon 
the earth; and there fell a noisome and grievous 
sore upon the men which had the mark of the beast, 
and upon them which worshipped his image. 

You see by this, Allen, whom these plagues 
reach. 

Stanley was greatly surprised one morning when 
Wing entered the quarters and told him of meeting 
the Dowager. 

She had wished to know why they had not been 
washing at the well. Wing merely informing her 
that they preferred washing in the quarters. 

An invitation had been extended them to pay a 
visit to her in her room, as she wished to ask some 
questions in regard to their religion. 

The men both felt this was only an excuse. They 
could hardly refuse the invitation without showing 
openly they did not care to further their acquain- 
tance. 

A servant brought them a pass of admittance 
through the gate leading to the royal household. 

In the evening the two presented themselves, with 
Bible in hand, at a large double door guarded by a 


Thi: Escort or an Emprror. 203 

soldier, who called to an officer to admit them into 
the royal quarters. 

The officer no doubt had been instructed by the 
Dowager for he led them through a back hallway 
to her rooms, where the polite officer bowed them 
into her presence. 

It had already grown dark, and the richly fur- 
nished rooms were brightly lighted by large kero- 
sene lamps. 

She was seated in a large plush lined divan, 
dressed in the richest of silk, while about her throat 
and wrists sparkled diamonds worth a fortune. 

The men looked about for the Emperor, but he 
was nowhere to be seen. 

Her long white finger pointed for Stanley to be 
seated by her side, while Wing was directed to a 
chair close enough for him to interpret the con- 
versation. 

She began by asking the Sergeant how he en- 
joyed living near the court. 

He answered her, that he enjoyed living any- 
where that he could serve God. 

This answer brought a frown to the smooth, 
white brow as she said. This God seems to be up- 
ipermost in your mind. 

I had asked you here this evening to make you a 
proposal. 

The Emperor and I have been talking it over for 
several weeks. 

We need a man in the Court of intellect and ex- 


204 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

perience to represent our government before the 
foreigners. 

We find after our great defeat, we are lacking in 
this respect. 

As our Prince Wing has placed such confidence 
in you as to have you commissioned as escort to his 
majesty, we decided to offer you this high position. 
You would of course be required to live with us in 
the palace. 

Your power will be unlimited, your salary far 
above any you could think of commanding else- 
where. 

Stanley could plainly see a web had been spread 
out, by the light that flashed from those sharp, 
bright eyes. 

She had leaned toward him, permitting her slim, 
white hand to rest against his shoulder. 

Silently he prayed, for into his thoughts came, 
^‘Thou shalt not commit adultery;” for had not the 
Saviour’s words magnified this commandment so 
that a wayfaringman need not err. 

Mat. 5 : 28. But I say unto you. That whosoever 
looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed 
adultery with her already in his heart. 

Wing sat praying silently in his heart, waiting 
for Stanley’s answer to her proposition. 

He answered her with deliberation. Perhaps you 
do not understand the position I occupy. At present 
I am in the service of my government. 


The; Escort of an Emperor. 


205 


Oh, but we have taken this into consideration ; we 
can secure your release as soon as we reach the 
capital. 

I would not care to accept, said Stanley, you will 
be able to find others far more competent to fill such 
a position than myself. I have never been schooled 
in diplomacy, and in my judgment the position you 
wish filled would require a person of a greater 
knowledge of statescraft than I possess. 

Think it over in your mind, she said, and per- 
haps by the time we reach the capital you will see 
what a great ofiier this is. 

After several attempts to interest her in the Bible 
Stanley made an excuse for their departure. 

They had hoped for an opportunity of presenting 
the great three-fold message to the Emperor, but 
were disappointed in not even meeting him. 

They bade the Dowager good-night and returned 
to the quarters. 

The Court now began to make preparations for 
the return to the capital. 

Two wheeled carts and camels were gotten in 
readiness to transport supplies and valuables that 
had been taken from their former home in their 
hasty flight. 

After weeks of preparation the Court was at last 
ready to begin its long, tiresome journey. 

They met the Dowager several times while secur- 
ing water from the well. 


206 The Escort or an Emperor. 

One morning the small, delicate figure of the 
Emperor made its way through the gateway but 
close at his heels was the Dowager, and the chance 
of communicating with him was again cut off. 

On preparation day, before the Sabbath, Stanley 
received notice from the Court that the journey 
would begin the day following the Sabbath. 

Wing asked how they would manage to avert 
traveling on the Sabbath after the journey began. 

Stanley answered him by quoting. Take no 
thought therefore for the morrow, for the morrow 
will take thought for itself. 

Wing smiled as he replied, I had forgotten about 
that. Sergeant, the Lord will surely provide some 
way that it will not be necessary for us to violate 
the commandment. They observed the Sabbath in 
the usual way and were ready to start as escort on 
the following morning. 

All the tracts the Elder had given them had been 
disposed of, so both were eager to return again that 
they might begin the service for the Master. 

Dark and void the earth once stood 
Hidden away in continual night. 

But the spirit moved out from him who is good, 
Shedding about its soft rays of light. 

Then again, the darkness o’er shadowed the light 
Attempting to drive out the spirit of love. 

The stars twinkled through the veil of night, 

Reflecting from God, in heaven above. 


The Escort or an Emperor. 


207 


Strong, the dark tempest rages here below, 

Dimming bright stars that peep through the veil, 
Trying to darken the streams of love which flow 
From the courts above on a pure white sail. 

Are you led by the shadow of sin 
Which is hidden away under the cover of night. 
Corrupting the heart that beats within. 

Forcing out the good and perfect light.'* 

— Kohr. 


CHAPTER X. 

^ROM ARMY. 

At last the morning dawned that they must begin 
the escort duty. 

Stanley and Wing were out early and after his 
men were lined up in the large square, he and Wing 
rode in nearer the gateway to await until the Court 
was ready to move out. 

In about the compound where the well was lo- 
cated were scenes of confusion; the three or four 
score wives of the Emperor were being placed in 
covered carts, which would follow the strange look- 
ing concourse. 

Probably two scores of sedan chairs were in 
waiting at the second gate to carry the Emperor, 
Dowager and the Emperor’s favorite wife and little 
son. The remainder were to carry the Court of- 
ficials, men holding high positions in the govern- 
ment. 

Stanley and Wing gazed in wonder as the chair 
for the Emperor was brought before the gate lead- 
ing into the temporary home. The eighteen stalwart 
carriers bowed to the ground, hiding their eyes from 
view as his majesty entered the yellow covered chair 
enclosed with yellow hangings and suspended upon 
two long, finely carved and decorated poles. These 


14 


210 The: Escort or an Emprror. 

worthies who bore the Emperor were never per- 
mitted to look upon the face or person of their 
ruler. 

When his majesty had entered, an official gave 
the command and the bearers arose, taking up their 
burden, and keeping step to the leader, who rapped 
on a small gong at the front. 

After this followed the Dowager, the same sys- 
tem being observed for her. 

Then followed the Court officials in turn, they 
dispensing with this ceremony. 

A line of troops had started ahead to clear the 
way where the first rest would be taken. 

Stanley and his men took their place at the head 
of the Emperor’s guards, their wagons following 
in the wake. 

As they passed through the city, thousands of 
inhabitants were bowed in reverence, with their 
heads to the ground, none daring to look up or 
utter a word as the Emperor was carried by. 

The two friends looked upon them with pity in 
their hearts. Wing remarking, “Brother Stanley, if 
these beings could only be brought to worship God 
in this manner. 

How small the devotion seems for you and me 
upon bowed knees offering up our petitions to Al- 
mighty God, in comparison to these poor misled, 
superstitious creatures laying their faces in the dust 
in reverence to this worldly ruler. Surely Stanley, 


Tnii: Escort or an Emprror. 211 

we are in the vStronghold of the Prince of Dark- 
ness.’’ 

This has been manifested to me ever since we 
came here, Brother Wing. Why yonder emblem 
with that hideous dragon painted upon it, represent- 
ing the national authority, is proof beyond doubt 
that this power rules the empire. In my heart. 
Wing, I believe the Lord has drawn us hither to 
perform a special service. 

How well the angels of mercy have protected us 
so far, but I am not yet satisfied, there is something 
about the Emperor that denotes success with him 
with the truths. Oh, but it seems impossible to reach 
through the mists continually hovering about him. 

They had passed through the city gateway and 
began traveling along the country highway, where 
vegetation on either side in the fields was growing 
rapidly under the warm spring sunshine. 

Joy thrilled the hearts of Stanley and Wing as 
they listened to the birds singing in innocent glee, 
offering their notes of gladness and praise to their 
Creator, who cared for them during the cold blasts 
of winter as well as in summer’s balmy sunshine. 

This was the first spring since the two men had 
been converted into the truth. How they appreci- 
ated the gifts of God as they rode slowly along, 
guided by the Light of the World. Their minds 
scarcely dwelt on anything else; every object their 
eyes looked upon came under these divine rays. 


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It is strange, said Stanley, as they passed a 
crooked, stunted tree, it makes no difference how 
anything has been disfigured, some part of it al- 
ways shows God’s seal upon it. 

They came to a group of men bowing to the 
ground at the approach of the Emperor. A figure 
near them standing erect, never offered to bow to 
the approaching column. 

Wing gave him a sharp look of scrutiny, fearing 
for his safety. 

Look there, said Stanley, stands a fellow being 
deprived of the most blessed part of creation, the 
sense of seeing, yet he goes about full of life, bat- 
tling with obstacles that arise in his pathway. I 
wonder what his feelings are, knowing something 
unusual is transpiring about him, and yet is un- 
able to discern what is going on. 

Near this group they passed by a temple with 
doors wide open, showing a dozen or more idols 
decorated in respect for the passing monarch. 

Before these were several priests chanting in dole- 
ful voices, offering special sacrifice for his ma- 
jesty. 

Through a small village the procession passed, 
the whole population was bowing their faces to the 
ground. 

Day after day they traveled, covering only a short 
distance the first week. 

The first Sabbath of the journey was rainy, the 
second a terrific dust storm, upon the third Stan- 


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ley requested again to lay over. This seemed 
strange to the Court, for they had never observed 
any day of rest. 

Upon discussing it amongst themselves they de- 
cided to rest over as Stanley had requested. Wing 
was greatly pleased at this. Just think of it Ser- 
geant, the first public recognition ever made by my 
government to God, is resting on His holy Sabbath 
day. 

After this they had no difficulty in laying over 
each Sabbath and performing their little service in 
their tent. 

The Court traveled very slow. At one city they 
remained several weeks, performing sacrod cere- 
monies in the large temples. 

While here Stanley and Wing did what little mis- 
sionary work they could, but having no tracts left, 
this was not very successful. 

Most of the soldiers had ceased to attend the serv- 
ices held each Sabbath. 

Stanley felt encouraged with his comrade, Allen, 
who could now plainly see the Sabbath truth. 

But what am I to do. Sergeant? You know what 
our discipline is. After we reach our main camp 
it will be impossible for me to observe the Sabbath. 

You must have more faith in the Lord, Allen, 
he is well able to care for you under any condition. 

This was a great obstacle for me to get over 
when I came into the truth and you can see how 
the Lord cleared away those entanglements Satan 


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was continually placing in my path. Blessed are 
they who are persecuted for righteousness sake, said 
our Saviour. 

The commandment that bothered me most, said 
Stanley, was Thou shalt not kill ; and when I began 
keeping the commandments the Lord gave me 
strength to pass through any ordeal without even 
a thought of resenting any attack of evil, therefore, 
carrying all my burdens. 

Once I thought everything I did was performed 
in my own strength, now I am humble and submis- 
sive before the Lord, realizing every breath I draw 
is given me by God. 

You see, Allen, the old man has been supplanted 
by the new. 

Allen looked at his Sergeant in surprise. We 
have all noticed a wonderful change in you. Ser- 
geant Stanley, but I never thought any power could 
have made such a change in a man as you speak of. 

After the celebration was over, the Court again 
resumed its journey toward the capital. 

As they approached the outpost of the foreigners, 
Stanley divided his platoon, sending a portion of 
them to prevent them from firing upon the armed 
troops of the Emperor. 

The Court showed restlessness and the Dowager 
was much concerned and requested Stanley and 
Wing to ride near her chair and that of the Em- 
peror. 


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The rich silk curtains were fastened securely, so 
none could see the occupants that were being car- 
ried along. 

As the foreign troops saluted, many lustful eyes 
gazed at the rich furnishings about the Court pro- 
cession. 

This would indeed have been a splendid haul for 
them, had they dared follow their own inclinations. 

Probably some of them would have looted the 
rich concourse had it not been for Stanley’s escort. 

As they neared the capital city on preparation 
day, plans were made for another stop over, the 
same observance of the Sabbath was kept as had 
marked it throughout the journey. 

The following day they reached the outer walls 
and passed through the streets under cover of 
darkness. 

Entering the palace of the Emperor, the foreign 
guards were withdrawn from the gateway and re- 
placed by those of the Emperor. 

Stanley reported with his platoon to his com- 
mander. 

His term of enlistment had expired, and on the 
day following the return he received his discharge 
from the service. 

On his knees he thanked the Lord for this liberty. 

Now the old fear of violating God’s law. Thou 
shalt not kill, had passed away. 

He and Wing next visited the Sunlight Mission, 


216 Th^ Escort an Emperor, 

where they were received by all with a warm wel- 
come. 

The Elder then explained to them that they were 
about to begin the erection of a building for a sani- 
tarium. 

We are in need of a good man to oversee this 
work. I think, Brother Stanley, you could fill the 
position very nicely. 

Stanley accepted with thanks. Wing’s services 
were also secured to do the clerical work for the 
mission. 

This gave them both an opportunity to further 
study the truths of God’s Word and prepare for the 
service, as they both contemplated going into the 
mountains of Mongolia, and far into the interior 
of the flower kingdom, where the Word of God 
had not penetrated. 

When Stanley and Wing told the Elder of the 
Dowager’s generous offer, he sat a long time in 
meditation. 

Brother Stanley, he finally said, this is an op- 
portunity that should not be neglected. 

You and Wing call at the palace and perhaps 
something may arise that you may get the truth be- 
fore the Emperor. 

They followed his advice gaining admittance 
through the gates with Prince Wing. 

The Dowager thought Stanley had come to ac- 
cept the position offered him, but in this she was 
very disappointed. 


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217 


When they asked for an audience with the Em- 
peror she must have surmised their object, for un- 
hesitatingly she replied, that he was not well enough 
to receive callers. 

The building of the sanitarium, which had been 
the Elder’s cherished aim ever since the mission 
had been established, was now progrssing rapidly 
under the supervision of Stanley. 

He realized, in this manner, many could be 
reached where other methods would fail, so it was 
with a thankful prayer he had watched the pro- 
gress of this building. 

After the place had been equipped, the doctor and 
nurses were sent to take charge. 

Elder Wood persuaded Stanley and Wing to take 
the nurses’ course that they might be better equipped 
for their service out on the frontier. 

They entered upon their duties with an eager- 
ness that surprised the doctor and nurses. 

The method used here was simple treatment. Af- 
ter all natural means were exhausted, scientific 
treatment was then reverted to. In all cases prayer 
was liberally offered, thus giving the place a great 
spiritual atmosphere. 

The sanitarium soon received a wide reputation 
about the city for treating diseases, and large 
crowds of Chinamen gathered at the dispensary 
door for treatment. These were always also sup- 
plied with tracts spreading wide the third angel’s 
message. 


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After Wing and Stanley had been well along in 
their training course, a messenger arrived one day 
from the palace, requesting the doctor in charge to 
call on the Emperor at once if it were possible for 
him to do so. He proceeded with the servant, who 
had delivered the message. 

After being shown into the Emperor’s chamber 
he found his majesty seriously ill. 

Around his bedside were chanting priests at- 
tempting to dislodge the evil spirit that had taken 
possession of the honored ruler. They looked upon 
Dr. Young with disfavor, but Prince Wing, having 
a knowledge of medicine, persuaded the Emperor 
to call on the sanitarium doctor for help. 

Dr. Young made a thorough examination, diag- 
nosing the case as appendicitis. The doctor ad- 
vised them to have him removed to the sanitarium. 

Prince Wing was willing this should be done, 
but the Dowager flatly refused to allow him to be 
moved from his room. 

It will be necessary for an operation, explained 
the doctor, and unless this is performed in six hours 
his life cannot be saved. If we would have had 
this case a little sooner, no doubt we could have 
averted using the knife. 

After a consultation among the Court officials and 
the Dowager it was decided to permit the operation 
to go on. 

The chamber was cleared of the chanting priests. 
Wing and another nurse were hurriedly brought 


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219 


from the sanitarium and another surgeon was also 
sent for to assist in the operation. 

A few days after the successful operation, the 
Emperor began improving, and while convalescing. 
Wing still acting as nurse, had the opportunity of 
bringing the gospel light before him. 

He prayed with him daily and read chapter after 
chapter out of the Bible, but the Emperor was com- 
pletely under control of the Dowager. 

After his majesty improved enough to walk a 
few minutes each day, the nurses were sent away. 

On the Sabbath following Wing’s return he and 
Stanley attended the chapel services. When the 
Sabbath School had been dismissed the services 
were opened by singing. The City Above. 

Far away from earth in the deep blue sky 
Is a perfect city clothed in spotless white, 

Through its streets flow streams of wonderful love, 
The echos breathing sweet music away in flight, 
Wafted by gentle breezes from the city high 
Thrilling longing hearts with a spiritual sigh. 

Chorus — 

The city above far away in the sky. 

Look in through the gateway with a spiritual eye. 

And behold the dear Saviour with blood-stained key 
Patiently beckoning for you and for me. 

Far away beyond the range of worldly vision. 

Where the stormy elements have striven 
To destroy the beautiful flowers of happiness 
The streams of love to the soul has given. 

Which is manifest only from the city high, 

By the Spirit of Light shining down from the sky. 


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Far away in the firmament of heavenly rest 
Where the sunlight shines in perpetual peace, 
Through the walls of jasper on the righteous blessed, 
Who are partakers of the great love feast. 

The angels of mercy shall sing a new song 
To welcome the weary wanderer home. 

Will you follow the straight and narrow path 
Which leads to the city of eternal life, 

That delivers the faithful from the judgment wrath 
Poured without mixture in the last days of strife? 
And those who keep the commandments of God, 
When the earth is made new, over ashes shall trod. 

— Kohr. 


After prayer the Elder took up the subject, The 
home of the saved. 

God had a great purpose in creating the earth. 
We will turn to Isa. 45 : 18 and learn what this pur- 
pose was. 

For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens ; 
God himself that formed the earth and made it; he 
hath established it, he created it not in vain, he 
formed it to be inhabited : I am the Lord ; and there 
is none else. 

We find by this that this earth was made to be 
inhabited. Now we will try and discover if the 
Lord designed that the wicked should inhabit the 
earth. Prov. 10 :30. 

The righteous shall never be removed; but the 
wicked shall not inhabit the earth. 

We will read Ps. 115, 16 and gee to whom the 
Lord gave the earth. 


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The heaven, even the heavens, are the Lord’s, 
but the earth hath he given to the children of men. 

God made a special promise to Abraham. Read 
Gen. 13: 14-15. 

And the Lord said unto Abram, after that Lot 
was separated from him, lift up now thine eyes, and 
look from the place where thou art northward, and 
southward, and eastward and westward. 

For all the land which thou seest, to thee will I 
give it, and to thy seed forever. 

To see how much this included, we will read 
Rom. 4: 13. 

For the promise that he should be heir of the 
world, was not to Abraham, or to his seed, through 
the law, but through the righteousness of faith. 

Now we will see if the Lord fulfilled his promise 
to Abraham before his death. Acts 7 : 2-5. 

And he said, men, brethren, and fathers harken : 
The God of glory appeared unto our father Abra- 
ham, when he was in Mesopotamia before he dwelt 
in Charran. 

And said unto him. Get thee out of thy country, 
and from thy kindred, and come into the land which 
I shall shew thee. 

Then came he out of the land of the Chaldeans, 
and dwelt in Charran; and from thence, when his 
father was dead, he removed him into this land, 
wherein ye now dwell. 

And he gave him none inheritance in it, no, not 
so much as to set his foot on : yet he promised that 


222 Th^ Escort or an Emperor. 

he would give it to him for a possession and to his 
seed after him, when as yet he had no child. 

Has this promise been fulfilled to his children ? 

We will turn and read Heb. 11 : 13. 

These all died in faith, not having received the 
promises, but having seen them afar off, and were 
persuaded of them, and embraced them, and con- 
fessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on 
the earth. 

Now Abraham looked for a city. 

Let us read verse 10 of the same chapter. 

For he looked for a city which hath foundations, 
whose builder and maker is God. 

We will learn who the seed spoken of in the 
promise to Abraham is. Gal. 3:16. 

Now to Abraham and his seed were the promise 
made. He saith not. And to seeds, as of many: 
but as of one. And to thy seed, which is Christ. 

All Christians then must be interested in this 
promise made to Abraham. 

We will now read Eze. 37 : 12-14 which tells us 
how God will fulfill his promise to those who have 
died before the promise was fulfilled. 

Therefore prophesy and say unto them. Thus 
saith the Lord God; Behold, O my people I will 
open your graves, and cause you to come up out of 
your graves and bring you into the land of Israel. 

And ye shall know that I am the Lord, when I 
have opened your graves, O my people, and brought 
you up out of your graves. 


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And shall put my spirit in you, and ye shall live, 
and I shall place you in your own land : then shall 
ye know that I the Lord have spoken it, and per- 
formed it saith the Lord. 

God has promised to create a new earth. See Isa. 
65 : 17. 

For behold, I create new heavens and a new 
earth : and the former shall not be remembered, nor 
come into mind. 

The early Christians looked to the same promise. 
2 Peter 3 : 13. 

Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look 
for new heavens and a new earth wherein dwelleth 
righteousness. 

If we look for these things we should be found 
with him in peace, without spot and blameless. 
Verses 11-14. 

Seeing then that all these things shall be dis- 
solved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in 
all holy conversation and godliness. 

Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the 
day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall 
be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fer- 
vent heat? 

Nevertheless we, according to his promise look 
for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth 
righteousness. 

Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such 
things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in 
peace, without spot and blameless. 


224 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

Now John, the beloved disciple, speaks of a new 
earth. Rev. 21: 1. 

And I saw a new heaven and a new earth : for 
the first heaven and the first earth were passed 
away ; and there was no more sea. 

Isa. 35 gives us a description of the new earth. 
Verse 2 of Chapter 35 speaks of something beside 
the new heaven and new earth. 

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice even with 
joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be 
given unto it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon 
they shall see the glory of the Lord, and the excel- 
lency of our God. 

Abraham looked forward to a wonderful city. 
We will see what the size of this city is to be. Rev. 
21: 15, 16. 

And he that talked with me had a golden reed to 
measure the city, and the gates thereof, and the 
wall thereof. 

And the city lieth four square, and the length is 
as large as the breadth, and he measured the city 
with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs. The 
length, and the breadth, and the height of it are 
equal. 

We will now read. the description of the walls 
and gates of the city in verses 10-14 of the same 
chapter. 

And he carried me away in the spirit to a great 
and high mountain, and shewed me that great city, 
the holy Jerusalem, descending out of heaven from 


The; Escort or an Empe;ror. 225 

God. Having the Glory of God ; and her light was 
like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper 
stone, clear as crystal. 

And had a wall great and high, and had twelve 
gates, and at the gates twelve angels and names 
written thereon, which are the names of the twelve 
tribes of the children of Israel. 

On the east three gates ; on the north three gates ; 
on the south three gates, and on the west three 
gates. 

And the wall of the city had twelve foundations, 
and in them the names of the twelve apostles of 
the Lamb. 

Now we will see of what the wall is made by 
reading Rev. 21 : 18-20. 

And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: 
and the city was pure gold, like unto clear glass. 

And the foundations of the wall of the city were 
garnished with all manner of precious stones. The 
first foundation was jasper, the second, sapphire; 
the third, a chalcedony; the fourth, an emerald. 

The fifth sardonyx ; the sixth sardius, the seventh 
chrysolyte ; the eighth, beryl ; the ninth, a topaz ; the 
tenth, a chrysoprasus ; the eleventh, a jacinth; the 
twelfth, an amethyst. 

It will be well for us to learn now of what the 
gates are made. 

We will read verse 21 of the same chapter. 

And the twelve gates were twelve pearls; every 


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226 The: Escort an Emperor. 

several gate was of one pearl : and the streets of the 
city were pure gold, as it were transparent glass. 

Next we have the light of the city. Verse 23. 

And the city had no need of the sun, neither of 
the moon, to shine in it : for the glory of God did 
lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof. 

We see the glory of God did light this city. Now 
we will see if there be a sun and a moon in the new 
earth. 

We will read Isa. 30. 

Moreover the light of the moon shall be as the 
light of the sun, and the light of the sun shall be 
seven-fold, as the light of seven days, in the day 
that the Lord bindeth up the breach of his people, 
and healeth the stroke of their wound. 

We will see what God does for those to whom 
he gives the new earth. 

And God shall wipe away all tears from their 
eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither 
sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more 
pain, for the former things are passed away. 

Now we will learn if there will be regular sea- 
sons of worship in the new earth. Isa. 66 : 22, 23. 

For as the new heavens and the new earth which 
I will make, shall remain before me saith the Lord, 
so shall your seed and your name remain. 

And it shall come to pass, that from one new 
moon to another, and from one sabbath to another, 
shall all flesh come to worship before me, saith the 
Lord. 


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Those who are overcomers will have part in the 
new earth. Rev. 21 : 7-27. 

He that overcometh shall inherit all things, and 
I will be his God and he shall be my son. 

Jesus tells us who may enter the city in Rev. 22 : 
12-17. 

And behold I come quickly; and my reward is 
with me, to give every man according as his work 
shall be. 

I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the 
end, the first and the last. 

Blessed are they that do his commandments that 
they may have a right to the tree of life, and may 
enter in through the gates into the city. 

For without are dogs and sorcerers, and whore- 
mongers, murderers, and idolators and whosoever 
loveth and maketh a lie. 

I, Jesus, have sent mine angel to testify unto you 
these things in the churches. I am the root and 
the offspring of David, and the bright and morning 
star. 

And the spirit and the bride say. Come. And let 
him that heareth say. Come. And let him that is 
athirst come. And whosoever will let him take the 
water of life freely. 

Elder Wood finished the service with a prayer. 

Stanley wondered how it was the truth of God’s 
word had never reached him before, but even now 
he was thankful for the light that was shed about 
him. 


228 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

He and Wing worked faithfully in the sanitarium 
to finish their course in nursing, that they might be 
well fitted for the work in the broad harvest field 
of the Master, where the harvest truly is great, but 
the laborers few. 

Prince Wing, after the foreign troops had all left 
the Empire, proposed a great reform in the govern- 
ment. 

He agitated a public school system, with the Bible 
as a study. 

The Dowager opposed this, but the Emperor, who 
had received much light from the book during his 
illness favored the movement. 

The Council of Yamen discussed the proposed 
reform for months and at last decided to establish 
this new system into the government. 

This gave Elder Wood a better opportunity to 
work. He talked it over with Stanley and Wing, 
who were full of hope for the soon coming of 
Christ. 

“Elder,” said Stanley, “I had never known what 
it was to be truly happy until I left the service of 
my government, and enlisted upon the escort duty 
of the Mighty Emperor from on high.” 

THOU SHALT NOT KILL. 

Thou shalt not kill; the commandment read 
On chiseled scrowl the hallowed words were written: 
The lines were traced by a powerful hand 
Knowing the cause of the world’s despair, 


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229 


When in jealous rage an arm was raised 
To destroy the life which shone so fair 
And cursed, was he who in rage had smitten. 

— Kohr. 


Many people, like the fallen angel, accuse God of 
ruling unjustly. 

They say we are created and then receive pun- . 
ishment by the Great Power that knoweth all 
things. 

To learn who the first murderer was, read John 
8: 44. 

Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of 
your father ye will do. He was a murderer from 
the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because 
there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, 
he speaketh of his own, for he is a liar, and the 
father of it. 

This shows beyond a doubt who the first liar and 
murderer was. 

In heaven he was not satisfied with God’s perfect 
government of love, but tried to exalt himself above 
God. 

Isa. 14 : 12-14. How art thou fallen from heaven, 
O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut 
down to the ground, which didst weaken the na- 
tions. 

For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend 
into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars 
of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the con- 
gregation, in the sides of the north. I will ascend 


230 The Escort or an Emperor. 

above the heights of the clouds : I will be like the 
Most High. 

It can be seen by this that Satan was cast from 
heaven to the ground, and is now again trying to 
ascend above the throne of God. 

Many today ask why God did not destroy this 
spirit of rebellion at once. 

By a close study of His Word this conclusion is 
reached. God alone knew the dreadful conse- 
quences of sin. The hosts of loyal angels not 
knowing that sorrow and disease, and death are the 
inevitable consequences of sin, might have been in 
doubt of the love and justice of God, had Satan, one 
of their number been destroyed. 

The true character of sin, must be developed be- 
fore the universe, and the character of Satan and 
his angels made manifest to all as it was to God ; so 
that when God should finally destroy him, all would 
consent that it was just and right. 

Now to learn of the dragon’s great power, read 
Rev. 12 : 7-9. 

And there was war in heaven ; Michael and his 
angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon 
fought and his angels. 

And prevailed not ; neither was their place found 
any more in heaven. 

And the great dragon was cast out, that old 
serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which de- 
ceiveth the whole world; he was cast out into the 
earth, and his angels were cast out with him. 


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When we stop to think of this power that would 
attempt to dictate and exalt itself above the ruler 
of the universe, the omnipotent God, we should 
study God’s word to prepare ourselves to resist this 
prince of darkness. 

O, what sorrow there must have been when this 
awful condition was discovered in heaven. Ez. 28 : 
15. 

Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that 
thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. 

The host from other worlds must have looked 
down with longing, loving eyes upon the happy 
pair in that beautiful garden, where no sorrow had 
come. 

They were surrounded with the liberal gifts of 
God at their command; the shrub budding and 
blooming, vines with sweet scented blossoms, creep- 
ing into the fruit laden trees, while over the green 
turf romped animals like playful lambs. 

How sweet it must have been there in the balmy 
sunshine, the birds singing in innocent glee, while 
before them came the serpent, the most subtile 
animal of all beasts of the field at that time : beauti- 
ful beyond our imagination, how wonderful it all 
must have been. 

This pair, living happy together, was created a 
little lower than the angels in the image of God 
created he them. 

One day while talking with them these words 
were spoken in loving kindness. Gen. 2 : 16-17. 


232 The Escort oe an Emperor. 

And the Lord commanded the man saying, Of 
every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat. 
But of the tree of knowledge of good and evil thou 
shalt not eat of it, for in the day that thou eatest 
thereof, thou shalt surely die. 

Why do you suppose God commanded them 
thus ? 

In His great love He wished them to be obedient 
for had He not seen Satan’s evil spirit entering the 
beautiful serpent. Well He knew how this subtile 
beast would tempt them and in His great mercy He 
wished to save them from the father of liars, who 
had been condemned to death, after his fall from 
heaven, where there was none left for him to 
tempt. 

After God left the happy pair, the serpent came 
before the woman, who had gone from the side of 
her mate for a short time. 

The following text shows the first lie that was 
ever told on earth. Gen. 3 : 4. 

And the serpent said unto the woman. Ye shall 
not surely die. 

What sorrow and pity there must have been when 
the heavenly messenger carried the news to the 
High Courts above, that the pair in Eden had dis- 
obeyed their Heavenly Father. How the angels of 
mercy must have wept when this first transgression 
was committed and iniquity was discovered in man. 

Yes, the great dragon had been condemned to 


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death, and as man had harkened to his voice he also 
was condemned to death. 

How could man be saved from this awful pun- 
ishment for he had been severed from God’s great 
love by Satan in whom there was no hope for re- 
demption ? 

God in his wisdom spake these words to the 
serpent with whom Satan had beguiled the woman. 
Gen. 3 : 15. 

And I will put enmity between thee and the wo- 
man, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall 
bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. 

What a wonderful sacrifice this was to make for 
this fallen pair. 

God must give his only son that man might have 
eternal life, if he would be obedient, but Satan be- 
gan his work to destroy the race by murder. Gen. 
4:8.^ 

And Cain talked with Abel his brother and it 
came to pass, when they were in the field, that 
Cain rose up against Abel his brother and slew him. 

Here was man taking the life of his brother 
through jealousy, and yet God said that no man 
should take his life in return for that life which had 
been slain. 

Gen. 4:15. And the Lord said unto him, There- 
fore, whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be 
taken on him sevenfold. And the Lord set a mark 
upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him. 


234 This Escort oi^ an Emperor. 

This blood of Abel which had cried up to God 
could not be appeased by worldly judgment, but 
that judgment must be reserved when the Son of 
man shall come in the last day to execute judgment 
and repay all according to their works. 

Gen. 9 : 6. Whoso sheddeth man’s blood, by man 
shall his blood be shed, for in the image of God 
made he man. 

Yes, the seed of the woman shall bruise the ser- 
pent’s head. 

God’s own son must take on humanity, be born 
of woman, be called the Son of man, that he may 
judge the deeds of the flesh. 

So the man that sheddeth blood, by man shall his 
blood be shed. 

This makes Satan the father of liars, for had 
he not accused God of ruling unjustly? 

By reading Mat. 1 : 21 we And evidence of the 
Son of man. 

And she shall bring forth a son and thou shalt 
call his name Jesus; for he shall save the people 
from their sins. 

The following reference shows where Jesus was 
born. Luke 2 : 7. 

And she brought forth her first born son, and 
wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in 
a manger, because there was no room for them in 
the inn. 

And the great dragon stood ready to murder this 
child. Rev. 12 : 4. 


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And his tail drew the third part of the stars of 
heaven, and did cast them to the earth, and the 
dragon stood before the woman which was ready 
to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as 
it was born. 

And he tempts man to do his will by wholesale 
murdering. Mat. 2 ; 16. 

Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked 
of the wise men, was exceeding wroth and sent 
forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethel- 
hem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years 
old and under, according to the time which he had 
diligently enquired of the wise men. 

Here is a reference that is worthy of considera- 
tion. If this king could call upon his subjects to 
execute such a decree as this, why would not rulers 
of nations today do likewise? 

Man is not capable of executing judgment in case 
of life and death. This judgment belongs to God 
alone, and when man assumes to execute the same, 
he is yielding to sin. 

We have another illustration of man’s judgment. 
John 7 : 19. 

Did not Moses give you the law and yet none of 
you keepeth the law ? Why go ye about to kill me ? 

What more excellent proof could we have for 
keeping the sixth commandment than is recorded 
in Luke 11 : 51. 

From the blood of Abel unto the blood of Zach- 
arias, which perished between the altar and the 


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temple; verily I say unto you, It shall be required 
of this generation. 

This text shows beyond a doubt that this genera- 
tion who had refused to accept the sacrifice that had 
been offered to save them from death and destruc- 
tion would be guilty of murder. 

They had Satan’s influence and their punishment 
was reserved for the last day. Mat. 16 : 27. 

For the Son of man shall come in the glory of 
the Father with his angels ; and then he shall reward 
every man according to his works. 

Now we will see what the works were of this 
generation spoken of before, by reading Luke 22 : 
2-3. 

And the chief priests and scribes sought how 
they might kill him ; for they feared the people. 

Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, 
being of the number of the twelve. 

Also Mat. 26: 48, 49. 

Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, say- 
ing, Whomsoever I shall kiss that same is he : hold 
him fast. 

And forthwith, he came to Jesus, and said, “Hail, 
Master;” and kissed him. 

After this betrayal they led him to the high priest 
who had already condemned him. Mat. 26 : 57. 

And they that had laid hold on Jesus led him 
away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes 
and the elders were assembled. 


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Yes, this generation was to pass judgment upon 
Him, who had been sent into the world by God to 
save it. 

What a wonderful sacrifice, Jesus taking the 
place of the murderer, who was to be crucified on 
the cross for having taken the life of another. Mat. 
27: 21. 

The governor answered and said unto them. 
Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto 
you? They said Barabbas. 

Yes, Christ had come to save the sinner and not 
condemn. Mat. 9 : 13. 

But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will 
have mercy, and not sacrifice; for I am not come to 
call the righteous, but the sinners to repentance. 

And here were these self-righteous men deter- 
mined to destroy the Son of man. Luke 23 : 46. 

And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice he 
said. Father into thy hands I commend my spirit; 
and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. 

So this must be the fulfillment of Gen. 3 : 15. 

And thy seed shall bruise his heel. 

If we are among the few that are chosen we must 
follow the Master’s command. Luke 9 : 23. 

And he said to them all, If any man will come 
after me, let him deny himself, and take up his 
cross daily, and follow me. 

If this leads us to Calvary we should not hesitate 
for an instant. Jesus said. No man having put his 


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hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the 
kingdom of God. 

How could anyone, who is a true follower of 
Christ take any part in the destruction of human 
life, for did not the Redeemer lay down his life at 
the cross, exchanging places with a murderer? 

To those who follow their own inclinations and 
are not guided by the Holy Spirit, which alone can 
give you the only true interpretation of God’s holy 
Word, will come to an awful awakening, when 
keeping the commandments of God shall be a test 
of your faith. Rev. 14: 9-12. 

And the third angel followed them saying with 
aloud voice. If any man worship the beast and his 
image, and receive his mark in his forehead or in 
his hand 

The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath 
of God, which is poured out without mixture into 
the cup of his indignation, and he shall be tor- 
mented with fire and brimstone in the presence of 
the holy angels and in the presence of the Lamb. 

And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up 
forever and ever, and they have no rest day nor 
night, who worship the beast and his image, and 
whosoever receiveth the mark of his name. 

Here is the patience of the saints, here are they 
that keep the commandments of God and the faith 
of Jesus. 

This will surely be a great day when the seed of 
the woman shall bruise the serpent’s head, when 


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sin and sorrow shall be no more: after fire comes 
down from heaven. Rev. 20 : 8, 9. 

And shall go out to deceive the nations which 
are in the four quarters of the earth, Gog and Ma- 
gog, to gather them together to battle; the number 
of whom is as the sand of the sea. 

And they went up on the breadth of the earth, 
and compassed the camp of the saints about, and 
the beloved city ; and fire came down from God out 
of heaven and devoured them. 

Now the image of the beast is a proposition most 
people fail to consider. 

The prophecy shows this image with two horns 
coming up first like a lamb, then as its power in- 
creases, it becomes like the beast. 

The constitution of the United States says spe- 
cifically, that a man can worship according to the 
dictates of his own conscience, and this same power 
enacts laws compelling its subjects to rest on Sun- 
day, the day of worship instituted by the beast, 
therefore, compelling thousands to receive the mark 
in their forehead or in their hand. 

It behooves us all to be very cautious in these last 
days, when there are many false prophets deceiving 
the nations. 

Now is the time we must lean on the Lord and 
pray continually that the Holy Spirit may dwell 
within us and direct us in the straight and narrow 
path that leads to the life eternal. 


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